{"product_id":"henri-giraud-ay-blanc-grand-cru-2020-giftbox","title":"Henri Giraud Aÿ Blanc Grand Cru 2020 (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 a storied, family‑owned Champagne estate based in Aÿ, with origins dating to the 17th century. Noted for their innovative use of Argonne oak barrels and biodynamic methods, they produce both Champagne and limited still wines under the Coteaux Champenois label. Their Blanc Grand Cru reflects deep commitment to terroir authenticity and refined winemaking.\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 Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eManaged by Claude Giraud alongside cellar chief Frédéric Mestelan, this cuvée is meticulously barrel-fermented and aged using native yeasts, with no fining or filtration. Their sustainable “Triple Zero” policy ensures purity and integrity from vineyard to bottle. ()\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\"\u003eSourced entirely from a southeast‑facing Grand Cru Chardonnay plot in Aÿ, planted on deep, chalk-rich soils. The region’s cool continental climate and proximity to the Marne facilitate slow fruit maturation, yielding bright acidity and precise minerality.\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 juice is barrel-fermented and matured on lees for approximately 12–15 months in French oak. The process emphasizes texture and complexity while maintaining freshness. It is unfined and unfiltered to preserve terroir purity. ()\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\"\u003eShows creamy aromas of bread crust, lemon, rhubarb, toasted almond, jasmine, and honeysuckle. Complex palate featuring orchard fruit, creamy oak nuances, flinty minerality, and lively 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\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with seafood (crab, lobster, scallops), creamy risottos, delicate shellfish dishes, and soft cheeses. It also complements lightly spiced Asian cuisine and poultry with cream sauces. ()\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\u003e10–12 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a quality white-wine or Burgundy glass to accentuate its aromatics, texture, and fresh mineral core.\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\"\u003eIdeal to enjoy now (2023–2026), with excellent potential through \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2030\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when cellared at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12–14 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a dark, steady-humidity environment. Over time, expect hazelnut, honeyed depth, and richer lees character. ()\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 from a single Grand Cru plot in Aÿ.\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\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eApproximately \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, consistent with typical Coteaux Champenois still whites.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henri Giraud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922281218262,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/HenriGiraudAyBlancGrandCru2015GiftBox_93671837-6b96-4a62-84ce-28e600b6cabe.png?v=1773668245","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/henri-giraud-ay-blanc-grand-cru-2020-giftbox","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}