Rouge
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
roasted duck, seared salmon, creamy mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
In the heart of the historic Grand Cru village of Aÿ, Champagne Henri Giraud crafts a rare and exceptional still red wine that pays homage to the region's pre-sparkling heritage. Long before bubbles defined Champagne, the still red wines of Aÿ were the darlings of European royalty, famously favored by King Henri IV. Henri Giraud's Coteaux Champenois Rouge is a modern testament to this legacy. Sourced from low-yielding, sun-drenched Pinot Noir vines clinging to the steep, chalky slopes of Aÿ, the grapes undergo meticulous selection. True to the house's pioneering philosophy, this red wine is vinified and aged in oak casks sourced from the nearby Argonne Forest. This unique wood integration tempers the naturally high acidity of the cool-climate Pinot Noir, weaving a tapestry of rich red berry fruit, delicate forest floor notes, and a refined, mineral-driven structure that reflects the pure chalk soils of its origin.
🍾 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.