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Henri Giraud Fût de Chêne MV 20
96/100

Henri Giraud

Fût de Chêne MV 20 75cl

The colour is golden with amber highlights, threaded with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is complex and expressive, weaving ripe mango, dried apricot and pineapple with smoky flint notes and a vanilla touch imparted by Argonne oak. On the palate, the attack is broad and generous, underpinned by…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON HENRI GIRAUD
215,00 € incl. VAT In stock
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Notes & tasting

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Presentation
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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
96 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The natural tension of Pinot Noir from Aÿ maintains a precise vivacity despite the richness of the barrel-ageing.
Roundness
Twelve months in Argonne casks and the depth of the perpetual reserve deliver a broad, velvety texture.
Power
The dominance of Grand Cru Pinot Noir from Aÿ imparts a full, structured character — the unmistakable signature of the house.
Length
Four years on lees and the solera's complexity unroll a very long finish with accents of ripe fruit and seamlessly integrated oak.

TASTING NOTES

The colour is golden with amber highlights, threaded with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is complex and expressive, weaving ripe mango, dried apricot and pineapple with smoky flint notes and a vanilla touch imparted by Argonne oak. On the palate, the attack is broad and generous, underpinned by a precise freshness that balances the richness of the Pinot Noir; the very long finish unfurls nuances of candied fruit and elegant oak.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
5g/LDosage
80%Pinot Noir
20%Chardonnay

Terroirs

Drawn exclusively from the Grand Cru of Aÿ — Champagne's most emblematic terroir for Pinot Noir — this Multivintage blends the 2020 harvest, which accounts for well over two-thirds of the blend, with a perpetual reserve begun in 1990 and aged in oak casks from the Argonne forest.

Henri Giraud

About this house

Henri Giraud is a family house established in Aÿ since the seventeenth century, with vineyard holdings across this premier Grand Cru. Their philosophy rests on sustainable viticulture and precise blending, born of a close dialogue between the Pinot Noir of Aÿ and the oak barrels of the Argonne forest — a rare practice in Champagne.

The Fût de Chêne MV cuvée is the fullest expression of this expertise: built upon a perpetual reserve begun in 1990, it absorbs each new vintage in depth, yielding a Champagne of remarkable consistency and complexity, regularly singled out by the world's most respected critics.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Its restrained richness and fine bubble make it an ideal companion to golden gougères — a classic pairing of the Champagne house.

Starter

Starter

Citrus and herb gravlax enters into dialogue with the citrus tension of the Chardonnay component and the generous texture of the Pinot d'Aÿ.

Main course

Main course

Morel risotto shares deep, earthy aromas and a silky richness with this Champagne, the two weaving together in perfect harmony.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Fût de Chêne MV 20” cuvée by Henri Giraud

4.9/5 · 19 reviews

Audrey D.

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Exceptional

A gift for my parents. Just the right amount of dryness, never harsh. The bottle arrived in perfect condition. It really exceeded my expectations.

Airelle N.

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Won over

Recommended for the whole family. An expressive nose, a silky palate and a briny finish. A professional, well-designed website. Pure delight.

Christine C.

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Pure pleasure

I couldn’t resist, and I have no regrets. A delicate bouquet of white flowers. Perfect – nothing to complain about.

Maeva T.

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Perfect

I had high expectations. A real treat, perfectly balanced. A quick response to my enquiry before I bought it. Unbeatable value for money.

Rebeka H.

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Very satisfied

It really lives up to its reputation. It’s full of finesse and elegance. No complaints about the logistics. I’ll definitely be ordering again.

Quentin J.

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Perfect as a gift

Chosen as a gift. An elegant flavour with a lovely finish. Perfect as a gift.

Stéphanie R.

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Top notch

Tried it last night. A delightful wine – rich and refined. The premium packaging is a nice touch. I’d recommend it without hesitation.

Bruno S.

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Sublime

Carefully wrapped as a gift. A creamy effervescence and a clean finish. Fast delivery and impeccable packaging. Flawless – well done.

Kristina Z.

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A lovely discovery

It saved my last-minute present. Light, airy and utterly addictive. Well packaged, arrived without a scratch. I highly recommend it.

Océane D.

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Excellent

I must say, I’m really impressed by this vintage. It’s full-bodied on the palate, with a wonderfully fresh finish. I placed my order in the evening and it was dispatched the very next day. Well done.

Cyril M.

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No complaints

Bought it for a friend who’s a wine enthusiast. Fine, elegant bubbles – a real treat. Helpful advice before I bought it. Simply nothing to complain about.

Michel M.

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Top-class

Delivered in a lovely box. A creamy, very pleasant fizz. The parcel was perfectly secured. I’m definitely a loyal customer now.

Florence T.

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Top quality

A lovely surprise on opening. A fine balance between liveliness and roundness. Impeccable finish. It has become my go-to champagne.

Ghislaine V.

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A real treat

Well done on this lovely bottle. Lively on the attack, full-bodied on the mid-palate. Top-notch from start to finish.

Simon G.

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Delicious

I was looking for a lovely champagne. Fresh and rich, with a lovely balance. Reliable delivery – I trust them. In short, a place to remember.

Adrien N.

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A lovely bottle

My first order, and certainly not my last. A golden colour, a delicate mousse – a real treat. I’m off to place another order.

Valérie V.

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Impeccable

Nothing to say – absolutely flawless. A real treat from start to finish. The order was fulfilled without the slightest hitch. A great success.

Emma D.

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A success

Opened for our New Year’s Eve dinner. A bold attack and a lingering finish. Perfectly protected during transport. Definitely one to repeat.

Alexander M.

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Well done

Ordered for the festive season. Complex aromas and lovely liveliness. A real treat – well done once again.