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Henriot Brut Souverain

Symbol of the precise, elegant style of Champagne Henriot’s wines, Brut Souverain appeals with its nose of white flower and citrus fruit notes, then with a balanced, harmonious palate. An ideal partner for aperitif. Brut Souverain is made up of a balanced proportion of Chardonnay, in the majority from the Côte des Blancs, and Pinot Noir, mostly from the Montagne de Reims. Pinot Meunier adds a delicate fruity note. Brut Souverain is typically composed of 20% reserve wines. More than 25 crus are assembled, including the following village crus: Mesnil sur Oger, Oger, Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Aÿ, Verzy, Verzenay, Beaumont, Sillery, Mailly Champagne. The composition of Brut Souverain changes from year to year to take account of climate variations and to perpetuate House style but by no means is this a massive Grand Marque –Henriot instead embodies the epitome of the boutique Champagne house that, while not a récoltant manipulant, shares the principles that drive these people to make the finest wine their vineyards can yield.
The color is characterized by a brilliant light straw-gold. Effervescence is dense and persistent, with fine, regular bubbles. Initially the nose is precise, expressive and refreshing, with notes of citrus and yellow fruit; floral fragrances (vine flowers, elderflowers) and pastry aromas (brioche, toast, grilled almond) follow. On the palate: A lively, fresh and balanced attack, with pastry, spice (vanilla) and fruity (morello cherry, candied plum) notes. The full texture precedes a clean, refreshing finish marked by citrus fruit aromas.
Wine notes from Henriot

Brut Souverain benefits from a 38% blend of wines from four different vintages. The blend consists of the following grape varieties: 40% Chardonnay, most of which come from the Cote des Blancs, and 60% Pinot Noir, most of which come from the Montagne de Reims. This cuvée has a beautiful gold hue. The efferescence is long-lasting, with very fine, regular bubbles. The high concentration of Chardonnay makes for a very elegant nose. The start is straight-forward, with a balanced harmonious middle.
Also available in 1.5L and 375ml sizes.

Expert Review

93 points Wine Spectator
Firm and toasty, with hints of tropical fruit mixing with notes of quince, lemon zest, smoky mineral, ginger and white pepper. This finds a balance between its fresh, lively character and a sweet, juicy component, ending with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2021. –AN

#5 wine in the Wine Enthusiast's list of Top 100 Wines of 2009.

Champagne Henriot Brut Souverain NV
94 points & "Editor’s Choice"
A beautifully fine mousse indicates the class of this finely crafted wine. It has some weight, flavors of green apples, with hints of fresh apricots. There is extreme freshness here, the style dry but rich. This bottling tastes young and would be worth aging six months.
-Wine Review, Wine Enthusiast, December 2009

91 Points - "Yellow-gold. Sexy, smoky orchard and pit fruit aromas offer a deep, leesy character and a whiff of dried flowers. Very complex for a non-vintage brut bottling, showing ripe apple, pear and peach flavors, serious depth and a chewy texture. The smoky leesy character echoes through the long, sappy finish."
-Josh Raynolds, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Nov '07

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