{"product_id":"legras-haas-gc-bdb-millesime-2014","title":"Legras \u0026 Haas GC BdB Millesime 2018","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Solar Classic\" – A Harmonic Balance of Richness and Chalk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2018 Legras \u0026amp; Haas Millésime\u003c\/b\u003e is recognized as a standout from a \"legendary\" Champagne vintage. 2018 was characterized by an exceptionally hot and sunny summer, which in many parts of Champagne led to \"heavy\" wines. However, Legras \u0026amp; Haas—utilizing their old vines in the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"290\"\u003eGrand Cru of Chouilly\u003c\/b\u003e—managed to capture the year’s natural generosity while maintaining the \"chalky precision\" that defines the Côte des Blancs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eHaving spent \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eover 6 years aging on the lees\u003c\/b\u003e (disgorged in April 2024), this wine has moved past its primary fruit phase into a beautiful state of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"146\"\u003e\"creamy complexity.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Terroir: Chouilly’s Golden Sun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If the 2021 Rose you enjoyed was \"vibrant lace,\" the 2018 Millésime is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003e\"structured silk.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Site:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Chardonnay from the family's oldest parcels in Chouilly. The deep chalk soils here acted as a thermal regulator during the heat of 2018, preserving the \"marine-scented\" acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Craft:\u003c\/b\u003e Fermented entirely in stainless steel to protect the purity of the Chardonnay. The extended \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003etirage\u003c\/i\u003e (aging in the bottle) is what provides the signature toasty, \"boulangerie\" notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eCurrent reviews from late 2025 and early 2026 describe a wine of \"unusual lift\" and \"enchanting\" aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eExotic and Sophisticated.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with a \"perfumed\" bouquet of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003ehoneysuckle, beeswax, and lime blossom\u003c\/b\u003e. As it develops, richer notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"146\"\u003ewhite peach, candied ginger, and freshly baked brioche\u003c\/b\u003e emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eCreamy and Intense.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \"broad and honest.\" It features flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"88\"\u003elemon confit, quince, and green apple\u003c\/b\u003e, underscored by a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"144\"\u003esalty mineral backbone\u003c\/b\u003e. The mousse (bubbles) is described as \"fine and rounded,\" creating a seamless texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eSavory and Long.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a persistent trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003etoasted hazelnuts and anisette\u003c\/b\u003e, with a clean, saline \"snap\" that indicates it still has a long life ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Chardonnay (Grand Cru Chouilly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003e2018 (A \"Solar\" and generous year)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDosage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e7.1 g\/l\u003c\/b\u003e (Brut)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003e6+ Years on the lees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e92–95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Decanter \/ Vinous \/ Falstaff)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2026 – 2038.\u003c\/b\u003e It is \"approachable and enchanting\" today but will continue to develop honeyed complexity through the 2030s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Luxe\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eButter-poached Lobster or King Crab\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s \"creamy\" texture and citrus lift act as a perfect foil for rich shellfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Umami Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eSeared Scallops with a Cauliflower Purée\u003c\/b\u003e; the \"salty mineral\" finish of the 2018 matches the sweetness of the scallops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Gourmet Snack:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eWarm Gougères or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano\u003c\/b\u003e; the yeast-driven \"brioche\" notes in the wine harmonize with the savory, nutty cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, experts suggest that the 2018 Millésime benefits from a slightly warmer service than a non-vintage Champagne. Serve it at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"140\"\u003e10–12°C\u003c\/b\u003e in a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"153\"\u003ewider tulip glass\u003c\/b\u003e or a white wine glass. If the wine feels \"austere\" at first, give it 10 minutes to breathe—the 2018 heat will eventually reveal a \"hedonistic\" core of fruit and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Legras \u0026 Haas GC BdB Millesime 2018","offer_id":57122454438262,"sku":"'3760105450618","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Alko","offer_id":57122454471030,"sku":"'3760105450618","price":53.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/legrasmillesime.png?v=1774194514","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/legras-haas-gc-bdb-millesime-2014","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}