Henriot Blanc de Blancs Champagne N.V. 75cl

Description

Champagne Henriot Blanc de Blancs is an elegant and generous multi-vintage Champagne crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes sourced from the House’s finest vineyards in the Côte des Blancs and beyond. Created as a tribute to Apolline Henriot’s passion for Chardonnay, this cuvée captures the grape’s purity, luminosity and layered intensity. Blending freshness with depth, it is a refined and expressive Blanc de Blancs Champagne suited to both celebration and fine dining.

Meet the Producer

Maison Henriot, founded in Reims in 1808, is renowned for its Chardonnay-led Champagnes that reflect precision, finesse and terroir expression. The House places blending at the heart of its philosophy, carefully selecting wines from its estate vineyards and trusted growers, many classified as Grands Crus and Premiers Crus. With a strong focus on elegance and balance, Henriot crafts Champagnes that honour tradition while expressing the individuality of each year.

Production

Henriot Blanc de Blancs is produced from 100% Chardonnay sourced from 12 crus, with approximately 60–80% coming from Grands Crus and Premiers Crus vineyards. The blend typically comprises 50–70% wines from the base vintage and 30–50% reserve wines, including the House’s perpetual reserve, ensuring consistency and complexity. The wine undergoes a minimum of five years ageing on the lees, developing depth and texture, with a dosage of under 8g/l to preserve freshness and precision.

Tasting Notes

Champagne Henriot Blanc de Blancs presents a bright golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose is generous and complex, revealing aromas of flambé pineapple, fresh citrus fruits and hints of exotic notes, layered with nuances of wet chalk and delicate pastry. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture balanced by remarkable freshness, combining elegance, minerality and aromatic richness in a long, refined finish.

Food Match

This Chardonnay-based Champagne pairs beautifully with oysters, shellfish, grilled fish and refined seafood dishes. It also complements white meats, creamy poultry dishes and mature soft cheeses. Serve well chilled at 9–10°C for optimal expression.

Grape Variety

100% Chardonnay