Champagne Henri Giraud, MV16, Grand Cru, Aÿ, Brut

The backbone of Henri Giraud’s selection, the MV wines express their particular vintage whilst also maintaining the Giraud style. Fermented in oak.

80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay, with a third of the base wine coming from the 2016 vintage. This is a wonderfully, rich, complex vinous champagne. On the nose you are hit with layers of strawberries and cream, mixing with almonds and citrus notes, then warm toasty buttery notes to finish. On the palate the racy acidity holds up the rich texture. The bouche is soft and persistent with notes of apricots, honey, lemon tart, smoke and strawberries all culminating into a long toasty finish which lingers beautifully and persistently. Drink now – 2040.

Tara Field, Private Account Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd (Oct 2021)