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Champagne Henri Giraud Esprit Nature Brut NV
Vallée de la Marne, Champagne, FranceMaison Henri Giraud dates back to 1628 when the Hémart family settled in Aÿ. Today the estate is run by 13th generation Emmanuelle Giraud. The cuvée Esprit Nature is made from sustainably farmed pinot noir (70%) and chardonnay (30%) from the Vallée de la Marne, vinified in oak barrels, with 50% reserve wines from a perpetual reserve. No sulphites are added at bottling. It spends 2 years on lees prior to disgorge. Toasted red and green apple, croissant, candied lemon peel is cut with a herbal sharpness, though the finish recovers with a subtle shimmering chalky vibrato. A little bit of sulphur would help the rusticity and aging of this wine.Tasted: 12 February 2026Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| BC | $105.00 | 750ml | private wine stores |
