Fut de Chene Brut Vintage
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Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted lobster, seared foie gras, mature Comté cheese
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Hailing from the historic Grand Cru slopes of Aÿ, the Henri Giraud Fût de Chêne Brut Vintage is a majestic testament to the house's ancestral roots dating back to 1625. Before the introduction of their multi-vintage (MV) concept, this vintage-specific cuvée captured the singular essence of exceptional years. The wine is defined by its revolutionary vinification in oak casks crafted from the nearby Argonne Forest, a traditional practice revived to restore the historic relationship between Champagne and its local terroir. This wood contact imparts a rich, vinous texture and a complex aromatic profile of dried fruits, toasted brioche, and delicate spices. Sourced from low-yielding, chalk-dominant Grand Cru parcels, this Champagne marries the power and structure of Aÿ Pinot Noir with the elegance and acidity of Chardonnay, creating a profound, age-worthy masterpiece of tension and opulence.
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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.