Benoit Lahaye, Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut Champagne Montsant was neither refined nor filtered

was neither refined nor filtered

the Maria Gomes grape thrives in the sandier areas of Bairrada

A bright and intense purple colour which is recognisably Malbec with the bramble fruit and the grip

A gorgeous dark plum in colour with a bouquet of cassis and plum fruit flavours with hints of eucalypt and florals

The Champagne "L'Ineffable" 2012 shows a delicate straw yellow colour with a fine

Benoit Lahaye, Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut Champagne Montsant was neither refined nor filteredLovely purity and freshness on the delicate nose. Being solely Pinot there is noticeably more structured red fruits here, with notes of dried fruits as well, a touch of apricot and ripe citrus. All culminating in a saline finish featuring a lovely bitterness.