Champagne Henri Giraud Ay Grand Cru Brut MV17

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 MV17 (for Multi Vintage base 2017) is based on the 2017 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 fine Chardonnays from Aÿ. The wines are vinified and matured for 1 year in oak barrels. Half of the barrels used are new, giving the wine a more pronounced woody note.
This cuvée is incredibly complex and 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 Cuvée Fût de Chêne MV17 Henri Giraud has an intense, deep colour.
Its bouquet is rich and greedy, reminiscent of ripe fruit and spices.
On the palate, the wine is straightforward and taut, opening up to a silky mouthfeel. A hint of salt and minerality awakens the palate. The finish is fresh with a hint of menthol.