Champagne Larnaudie Hirault Brut

The small, family-owned Champagne house Larnaudie Hirault is located in the village of Trois-Puits, a Premier Cru village in the Montagne de Reims region. It's a true family winery that has invested heavily in recent years, including its vineyards and a completely renovated winery. There's a new press, and the cellar is equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Today, Michael Larnaudie is the fourth generation's winemaker. They have approximately ten hectares of vineyards, part of which they sell to none other than Louis Roederer. The remaining half is used to produce their own Champagne, so we think we've discovered a real gem.

The old Premier Cru vineyard Larnaudie Hirault

This brut tradition is made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier grapes, all in precisely equal parts. All the grapes used come from Premier Cru vineyards, allowing this Champagne to bear the Premier Cru designation. The vineyards are spread across the Champagne region, namely in Trois-Puits, Taissy, Montbré, and Sacy. The climate here is perfect for the grapes; abundant sunshine and cool winds contribute to the even maturation of the bunches. After a long season, these are finally harvested by hand and carefully transported to Larnaudie-Hirault.

Storage for the Larnaudie Hirault Brut

After blending the three grape varieties, the bottle is stored with yeast and sugar in Larnaudie Hirault's cellar. Michael ages the bottles for at least three years before selling them; this long period is crucial for this Champagne. This results in a top-class Champagne, and the results are immediately apparent upon pouring. It has a beautiful light golden color with very soft bubbles. Its aroma is intense, reminiscent of citrus, minerals, gooseberry, and a hint of floral notes. The palate is overwhelming, full-bodied, and very smooth! Very soft bubbles caress the palate, releasing flavors of apricot, citrus, roasted nuts, and a touch of fresh lime. For this price, it's truly incredible; so beautiful and refined.