Henri Giraud, Fut de Chene MV16 Brut Vintage:N.V. This should benefit from a

This should benefit from a few years of cellaring in order to develop a bit more overall depth

Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux tasting

with persistent bready character

70 ha parcel of 55+ year old vines that for the last 5 years has been worked exclusively by horse

very firm and hugely long finish

Henri Giraud, Fut de Chene MV16 Brut Vintage:N.V. This should benefit from aRich aromas and flavors of baked cherry, gingerbread, salted almond, lime blossom and candied ginger are set on the satinlike mousse of this expressive Champagne. Vivid acidity is finely integrated, providing power as well as definition to the opulent display of flavors, but this is graceful and finely knit overall, with a long, luxurious finish. Drink now through 2026. 2,900 cases made, 120 cases imported.