Argonne Grand Cru 2008
Argonne is the prestige cuvee of Henri Giraud: Pinot Noir Grand Cru from Ay, aged in oak barrels from the Argonne forest. 2008 in Champagne is the greatest vintage of the decade. Sébastien Le Golvet, Chef de cave since 2004, is regarded as the 'wizard of wood.' Cork stopper — not the standard metal crown cap.
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Henri Giraud's Argonne Grand Cru 2008 is made from predominantly Pinot Noir sourced from the finest lieux-dits of the Ay Grand Cru. Aged 12+ months in 228 L futs de chene from the Argonne forest (50% new). Cork stopper.
Aged >3 years on the lees. Dosage 5 g/l. Ay is one of the most celebrated Grand Crus of Champagne. Henri Giraud is the quintessential ambassador of this terroir: every bottle tells the story of the chalk of Ay and the wood of Argonne.
Sommelier's note
“"Powerful ripe fruit, smoky and balsamic notes typical of Argonne, blackcurrant, oriental spices and saline minerality from Ay. Full bodied, with the structure of a great wine. The oak is perfectly integrated. Finish of great length with spiced echoes. Drink now, at its best 2026-2040."”
Organoleptic analysis
Sensory profile
COLORE
Intense, brilliant golden yellow; very fine and persistent perlage.
PROFUMO
Complex, with notes of ripe citrus, dried fruit, spices, toasty nuances and mineral accents.
GUSTO
Powerful and elegant, structured and creamy; very long, deep and savoury finish.
Serving temperature
10-12 °C
Alcohol content
12,5%
Pairings
Pigeon, Game, Aged cheeses, Black truffle
Origin
Winery & Terroir
Producing wineryHenri Giraud
Champagne — Montagne de Reims · France
Montagne de Reims e Vallée de la Marne
Champagne — Montagne de Reims · France
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