{"product_id":"henri-giraud-ay-blanc-de-blancs-grand-cru-2015-giftbox","title":"Henri Giraud Aÿ Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2015 (Gift Box)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHenri Giraud is an esteemed family-owned Champagne estate based in Aÿ with a lineage dating to the 17th century. It is known for biodynamic viticulture, vinification in Argonne oak barrels, and crafting terroir-driven, high-quality Champagnes. Their Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru represents a luxurious expression of pure Chardonnay sourced from Aÿ’s finest plots.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUnder the guidance of Claude Giraud and cellar master Frédéric Mestelan, this cuvée is fermented and aged in Argonne oak barrels using native yeasts, with minimal sulfur and no filtration. The house’s “Argonne” philosophy—selecting only the best parcels—is fully expressed in this wine.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCrafted entirely from Grand Cru Aÿ Chardonnay planted on southeast-facing, chalk-rich slopes influenced by the Marne River’s cooling effect. Biodynamic farming enhances fruit concentration, purity, and balanced acidity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 2016 vintage underwent barrel fermentation in new and used Argonne oak, followed by extended lees aging. Released only in exceptional years under the Argonne label, this Blanc de Blancs typically spends 12+ months in oak plus time on lees to build complexity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExpect a pale gold hue and persistent mousse. Aromatic layers include lemon confit, green apple, toasted almond, brioche, and chalky minerality. The palate is creamy, textured, with vibrant orchard fruit and long, saline-infused finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBeautifully paired with oysters, sea scallops, lobster risotto, creamy shellfish dishes, and soft-ripe cheeses. Its richness, acidity, and saline backbone complement seafood and poultry with finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe well-chilled at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8–10 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a quality tulip or white-wine glass. No decanting is needed; allow a few minutes of breathing upon pouring to open aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhile ready to enjoy now, proper cellaring (12–14 °C, moderate humidity) could see this wine elegantly mature through \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2030–2033\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, further developing nutty and honeyed layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Percentage Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100% Chardonnay (Aÿ Grand Cru) – \u003ci\u003eBlanc de Blancs\u003c\/i\u003e inherently signals this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEstimated at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12.0–12.5%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, typical for oak-aged Blanc de Blancs of this style and vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 \/ 100\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – \u003ci\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/i\u003e (2016 Argonne Blanc de Blancs): renowned for its precision and purity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e94–96 \/ 100\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – \u003ci\u003eFalstaff \/ Wine Advocate \/ Wine Spectator\u003c\/i\u003e – part of the highly rated Argonne series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henri Giraud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922281644246,"sku":null,"price":4000.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/HenriGiraudAyBlancGrandCru2015GiftBox.png?v=1773668263","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/henri-giraud-ay-blanc-de-blancs-grand-cru-2015-giftbox","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}