Fut de Chene MV15 Brut
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from release, though its exceptional structure allows it to develop beautifully for up to 20 years.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted turbot with butter sauce, pan-seared veal sweetbreads, aged Comt# cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The F#t de Ch#ne MV (Multi-Vintage) series represents the pinnacle of Henri Giraud's revolutionary approach to Champagne making, blending the complexity of a perpetual reserve system with the precision of a single dominant harvest—in this case, the warm and expressive 2015 vintage (MV15). Sourced entirely from the historic Grand Cru terroir of A#, this cuv#e is defined by its relationship with the nearby Argonne Forest. Henri Giraud famously revived the ancient practice of fermenting and aging exclusively in local Argonne oak casks, even tracing individual trees to understand their tight-grained influence on the wine. This meticulous process imparts a majestic, vinous texture, characterized by baked stone fruits, toasted brioche, and a profound mineral salinity. The MV15 showcases the power of A# Pinot Noir married to the elegance of Chardonnay, resulting in a rich, multi-dimensional masterpiece that challenges the boundaries of traditional sparkling wine.
🍾 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.