Henri Giraud Fut de Chene MV18 Ay Grand Cru Brut

The Fût de Chêne MV cuvée is emblematic of Henri Giraud. It is a founding cuvée in the history of the house, so much so that it defines its style.
Fût de Chêne MV18 (for Multi Vintage base 2018) is built around the 2018 harvest, which accounts for 2/3 of the blend. It is completed by wines from a perpetual reserve begun in 1990.
In keeping with the house style, Pinot Noir is in the majority (80%), accompanied by the fine Chardonnays from Aÿ. The wines are vinified and matured for 1 year in oak barrels. Half of the barrels used are new, which gives the wine a more pronounced woody note.
This cuvée is very complex and incredibly rich, thanks to the Grand Cru terroir of Aÿ, but also to the oak of the Argonne forest, which gives it its characteristic velvety texture.
The nose reveals notes of apricot, peach, mandarin, spices and dried flowers. The palate is fruity and delicious, with a hint of salt at the end.
Henri Giraud's Fût de Chêne MV18 is the ideal accompaniment for a chic aperitif or with truffle risotto or scallops in a white wine cream sauce.