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Henri Giraud’s Grand Crus from Aÿ: The Champagne of Kings

With roots in the Grand Cru village of Aÿ and the oak forest of Argonne since 1625, Henri Giraud is the oldest family-owned Champagne house in existence. Their wines are some of the rarest and most sought after on the planet. Their luxury MV 20 Fut de Chêne cuvée is a ‘fabulous’ (Vinous) blend of 80% Pinot Noir and […] The post Henri Giraud’s Grand Crus from Aÿ: The Champagne of Kings appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .

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