Henri Giraud Fût de Chêne MV15 Ay Grand Cru Brut Champagne

Disgorged in March 2020, Giraud’s newly released NV Brut Grand Cru Aÿ Fût de Chêne MV15 is terrific, bursting from the glass with aromas of pear, orange oil and peach mingled with nuances of warm pastry, toasted almonds, beeswax and clear honey that’s already very nicely integrated. Full-bodied, textural and concentrated, this is a deep and muscular Champagne, with striking structure and vinosity, underpinned by lively acids and complemented by a pinpoint mousse. Drink date: 2022-2040. Score – 96. (William Kelley, robertparker.com, March 31, 2021)