{"product_id":"henri-giraud-ay-rouge-grand-cru-2018-giftbox","title":"Henri Giraud Aÿ Rouge Grand Cru 2018 (0.75 L 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 prestigious family-owned Champagne estate based in Aÿ, with winemaking traditions tracing back to the 17th century. Since launching their own bottlings in 1990 under Claude Giraud (12th generation), they are renowned for biodynamic viticulture and aging their wines in Argonne oak barrels. Producing both refined Champagnes and limited red still wines from Aÿ, their Aÿ Rouge Grand Cru epitomizes the estate’s dedication to terroir expression and low-intervention crafts\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\"\u003eRaised by Claude Giraud’s vision and carefully crafted by cellar chief Frédéric Mestelan, this cuvée is vinified and aged on lees for 15 months. The winemaking team employs whole-cluster fermentation, minimal intervention, and oak aging to capture the purity and character of old-vine Pinot Noir ().\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\"\u003eGrapes are sourced from very old small-vine Pinot Noir blocks situated on steep, southeast-facing, chalk-rich slopes of Aÿ Grand Cru. The region’s cool continental climate moderated by the Marne River promotes slow ripening with intense natural acidity. The vineyards are certified “Triple Zero”—no pesticide, no insecticide, no fungal treatments\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\"\u003eHand-harvested fruit is fermented whole-cluster, then aged on lees for 15 months in oak, without herbicides or fining. This method enhances texture, savory complexity, and structure, producing a wine with finesse yet concentration\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\"\u003ePurple-black core with ruby rim. Aromas of wild blueberries, raspberries, violets, thyme, pine, potpourri, orange zest, cloves, and slate. Medium-bodied, with chalky tannins; elegant yet structured. Flavors layer cool berries and wild herbs, finishing with persistent spice and energy\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\"\u003eIdeal with game terrines, roast poultry with berry sauces, veal liver with raspberries, mushroom risotto, or aged cheeses. Its vibrant fruit and structured tannins match rich, savory dishes beautifully\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\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe at 15–17 °C in a Burgundy-style glass to highlight aromatics. Decanting for 30 minutes helps open its layered profile. Enjoy upon release through peak drinking window.\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\"\u003eDrinkable from 2021; potential to age gracefully until 2035 with proper cellaring conditions (12–14 °C, dark, stable humidity)\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\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir (from old-vine Grand Cru blocks) ().\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 13.5% (typical for Pinot Noir from Champagne’s still wines).\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\u003e94\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – \u003ci\u003eVinous\u003c\/i\u003e (noted for elegance and luxurious style)\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – \u003ci\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/i\u003e: “Aromatic and seductive nose… fine, chalky tannins… elegant, yet firm and structured…”\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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":47922280923350,"sku":null,"price":2200.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/HenriGiraudAyRougeGrandCru2018GiftBox.png?v=1773668237","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/henri-giraud-ay-rouge-grand-cru-2018-giftbox","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}