Grand Cru

This is a great wine. The 2018 vintage appears slower to mature compared to 2017, suggesting it may benefit from more time. Nonetheless, Lahaye's style captivates me, with its natural qualities existing in harmony, balanced by more conventional notes. Most notably, his Champagnes possess a pronounced vinous character. The nose is intense, offering aromas of cider, Jerez, bruised apple, lemon tart, pickles, and candies. It's stylish, concentrated, and evolving, yet in my opinion, still a bit too young.