Absolutely incredible. Baked apple pie, crêpes with lemon juice, pear juice, toast, roasted almonds, butter, white miso paste, lemon grass and stemmed ginger.
So much power on the palate with a full body and intensity. Incredible — 10 months ago
Lots of depth and layers. — 2 years ago
Citrus, fruity, plum, sour, chalk. Pinot Noir 80% Chardonnay 20% Slight salty. It has structure. Henri Giraud Esprit Nature G AY Blend @13200, Dmar, 250424 — 4 months ago
A special champagne worthy of a special occasion. One of the best champagnes I've had and a stellar drop. Such complexity yet elegance in a glass. Layered perfection. Happy 3 years anniversary to me and Singlife. — a year ago
I’ve enjoyed Henri Giraud’s champagnes for a while, and was able to visit last Nov. This ratafia champenois was quite fun and worthy of a few bottles being brought home. From a solera of 1990-2016 vintages.
Followed over a few months (love that the wine comes with its own dedicated stopper to help preserve).
First whiff reminds me of some Cognacs I’ve had with a combo of sweet concentrated fruit (raisins) and heat, before showing a honeyed profile. There’s no nutty Sauternes like profile, but the palate is texturally similar without being cloying. Orange marmalade and golden raspberries dominate the flavors. Little bright herbal-flair, but this still shows some Cognac type flavors without the ABV punch. The oxidation is balanced and not detracting. Really enjoyable. — 8 months ago
My champagne of the year. 80% pinot noir and 20% charddy, 100% delicious. So much going on with its melange of flavours. A pretty bold drop both lively and heavy at the same time. — 2 years ago
Andrew Cullimore
No formal notes . Medium deep lemon yellow . Quite deep rich fruited nose , with citrus peel , yellow plum and brioche . Quite round and rich on the palate , again the brioche , yellow fruits and orange peel . Good length and balance , but probably needs a bit of food. At Vinous Icons NY, Pier 60, Feb 2025 — 18 days ago