Dame Jane Rose
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 10 years of release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck breast, seared wild salmon, Iberico ham
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Named in honor of the traditional terracotta amphorae ('Dame-Jeanne') in which it is crafted, Henri Giraud's Dame Jane Rosé is a striking marriage of ancient vessel aging and Champagne tradition. Legend has it that the 'Dame-Jeanne' (demijohn) was named after Queen Jane of Naples, who took refuge in a glassblower's workshop during a storm and inspired the creation of a spectacularly voluptuous bottle. In the cellar, Henri Giraud utilizes these clay jars to allow gentle micro-oxygenation, preserving the vibrant, pristine fruit character of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay without the influence of wood. A small percentage of still red wine from the historic terroir of Aÿ is blended in, yielding a vinous, deeply textured rosé marked by notes of red berries, subtle spices, and a signature saline minerality.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Based in the historic Grand Cru village of Aÿ, Champagne Henri Giraud traces its winemaking heritage back to 1625 with the Hémart family. Today, under the guidance of Claude Giraud, the house is world-renowned for its pioneering return to traditional oak vinification, utilizing barrels crafted exclusively from the nearby Argonne Forest to impart unmatched complexity and texture. This meticulous craftsmanship defines their bold, vinous style, exemplified by iconic cuvées such as Argonne and the Fût de Chêne MV. The estate is located at 71 Boulevard Charles de Gaulle, 51160 Aÿ-Champagne, France, and their official website is https://www.champagne-giraud.com.