Fut de Chene MV16 Brut
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 20 years from its release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, creamy mushroom risotto, seared scallops
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The Fût de Chêne MV (Multi-Vintage) series from Champagne Henri Giraud represents the pinnacle of the house's revolutionary approach to oak-aged Champagne. Based on the 2016 harvest (MV16) and enriched with a perpetual reserve dating back to 1990, this cuvée is crafted from Grand Cru vineyards in Aÿ. The wine undergoes primary fermentation and aging in oak casks sourced exclusively from the historic Argonne Forest, a practice revived by Claude Giraud to re-establish the historical link between Champagne and its local terroir. This meticulous process yields a vinous, deeply textured Champagne that marries the power of Aÿ Pinot Noir with the elegance of Chardonnay, showcasing notes of baked stone fruits, toasted brioche, and a profound mineral salinity driven by the region's landmark chalk soils.
🍾 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.