93 points Vinous Media

The 2021 Blanc de Noirs Bouzy Grand Cru is vivid, layered and super expressive. Dried cherry, spice, chalk, mint and game are some of the many notes that grace this resonant, gracious 100% Pinot Noir Champagne. The 2021 really blossoms with a bit of time in the glass. This is an impressive debut. Dosage is 2.5 grams per liter. Disgorged: December 2024; multiple disgorgements throughout the year.

The Bouzy Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 2021 from Laherte-Frères is a stunning expression of pure Pinot Noir from one of Champagne’s most powerful and historic terroirs. Sourced exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards in Bouzy on the Montagne de Reims, the fruit is grown on chalk and clay-limestone soils that imbue both richness and tension. The wine is crafted from organically farmed grapes, fermented with native yeasts in oak barrels, and aged on its lees before disgorgement with a minimal dosage—showcasing the house’s commitment to authenticity and terroir transparency.

In the glass, it shimmers pale gold with copper highlights and a fine, persistent mousse. Aromas of redcurrant, blood orange, and wild strawberry mingle with notes of toasted hazelnut, chalk dust, and subtle spice. The palate is precise and vinous, delivering a beautiful interplay of ripe red fruit, citrus zest, and saline minerality. Its structure is firm yet elegant, with the Extra Brut dosage allowing the purity of the Pinot Noir and Bouzy’s sunny character to shine through.

This is a Champagne of both depth and drive—a grower’s Blanc de Noirs that captures the full intensity of its terroir while retaining exquisite balance. Ideal with charcuterie, roast poultry, or aged Comté, Laherte-Frères’ 2021 Bouzy Grand Cru is a compelling example of precision, energy, and artisanal craftsmanship in modern Champagne.