{"product_id":"henri-giraud-champagne-hommage-au-pinot-noir-brut","title":"Henri Giraud Champagne Hommage au Pinot Noir Brut","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampagne\u003c\/strong\u003e Hommage au Pinot Noir Brut by Henri Giraud is a Blanc de Noirs that enhances the essence of \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crafted using the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, it appears a golden yellow in the glass with a fine and persistent perlage. The aromatic profile is characterised by a fruity bouquet, finely interwoven with pronounced minerality. On the palate, it is dense and enveloping, distinguished by a creamy texture and a marked \u003cstrong\u003esavouriness\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads the sip towards a long and structured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe origins of this cuvée trace back to Aÿ, a renowned village located in the heart of the \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne\u003c\/strong\u003e region. This area is ideal for cultivating \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the grape variety to express a complex structure and great aromatic precision. The geographical origin is clearly evident in the glass, where the imprint of the \u003cstrong\u003eAÿ terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e imparts distinctive mineral notes, ensuring an authentic profile that enhances the \u003cstrong\u003efruity nuances\u003c\/strong\u003e and the unique character of the place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production process is based on a natural approach. Vinification excludes the use of steel: the wine matures in \u003cstrong\u003eArgonne oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the integration of \u003cstrong\u003eterracotta amphorae\u003c\/strong\u003e or small sandstone containers. These techniques enhance the intensity of flavour, giving an elegant and refined texture. This Brut pairs perfectly with a wide variety of starters, fine \u003cstrong\u003efish dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, shellfish and selected cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from Aÿ, Henri Giraud's Hommage au Pinot Noir Brut represents a prestigious declaration of love for \u003cstrong\u003epure Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e. This exceptional Champagne AOC stands out for its natural vinification with minimal intervention, foregoing the use of steel in favour of unique ageing in \u003cstrong\u003eArgonne oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e and terracotta amphorae. The glass, produced with minimal sulphites and awarded 93 points by Vinous, encapsulates a Grand Vin de Champagne that enchants the palate with its \u003cstrong\u003efine perlage\u003c\/strong\u003e and refined creaminess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Henri Giraud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44505497534635,"sku":"29302","price":82.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/henri-giraud-champagne-hommage-au-pinot-noir-brut_29302_1.jpg?v=1773678115","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/henri-giraud-champagne-hommage-au-pinot-noir-brut","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}