Henri Giraud - Blanc de Craie blanc de blancs mv [magnum]

FALSTAFF

ANTHOCYANES - YOHAN CASTAING

WINE SPECTATOR

ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE

The latest rendition of Giraud's NV Blanc de Craie Brut offers up aromas of citrus oil, fresh pear and linden blossom. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, vinous and satiny mtextured, with a delicate mousse, ripe but racy acids and a saline finish. Charming and structurally open-knit, it's already drinking well. As usual, this is a blend of Chardonnay from Aÿ and the Montagne de Reims.

DECANTER

Blanc de Craie is a new cuvée from Henri Giraud, 100% Chardonnay from 55% Aÿ and 45% Louvois fruit. With scents of lemon, a little verbena and honeysuckle, the nose is lively and pleasant, while the texture is perfectly defined, displaying well-controlled acidity and perfect balance. Can be aged for up to five years.

Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin

A pure Blanc de Blancs from Aÿ. For those who have tasted Giraud's still Aÿ Chardonnay, it is no surprise that this oak barrel aged wine from the home village made from the “wrong” grape variety impresses with emphasis. Nutty burgundy touch with deep buttery almost waxy and slightly animal-poor character. A powerpack!

Tim Atkin

The Wine Independent