Champagne Henriot Cuvee Enchanteleurs

Champagne Henriot Cuvee Enchanteleurs

WHY WE LOVE IT

  • To enhance the remarkable character of the 2000 vintage, Champagne Henriot has blended the strength of the Pinot Noir and the elegance of the Chardonnay.
  • The grapes are from 6 of the most prestigious “Grands Crus” in Champagne: Mailly Champagne, Verzy, Verzenay on Montagne de Reims, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize, Chouilly on Côte des Blancs.

Varietal Composition:  50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir

Elaboration: Produced from six Grand Cru vineyards and aged for a minimum of 12 years.

Tasting Notes: Pale gold with fresh, mineral notes on the nose. On the palate, great balance, with hints of dried apricot and a long smoky, honeyed finish.

PRESS

NV – 96 Wine Enthusiast

PRODUCER BACKGROUND

Brut Souverain is made up of a balanced proportion of Chardonnay, the majority from the Côte des Blancs, and Pinot Noir, mostly from the Montagne de Reims. Pinot Meunier adds a delicate fruity note. More than 25 crus are assembled, including the following village crus: Mesnil sur Oger, Oger, Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Aÿ, Verzy, Verzenay, Beaumont, Sillery, Mailly Champagne. The composition of Brut Souverain changes from year to year to take account of climate variations and to perpetuate House style. The Henriot family’s hallmark of richness, elegance and depth is maintained in part by exceptionally high standards regarding its reserve wines. The Brut Souverain benefits from an addition of up to 20% reserve wines from a number of different vintages in the Champagne Henriot library; one of the largest percentages of reserve wines in Champagne

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