From Reims: Champagne and Family-Run Wineries Tour
Join a scenic tour of the Champagne region starting from Reims. Explore the village of Hautvillers and visit 2 family-run wineries to learn about the Champagne-making ...
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Structure
Drinking window
Best 0 to 6 years from release.
release0 yrs6 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
| Critic | Vintage | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Vinous reviewed 2021 | 90/100 |
Scores as published by each critic for the vintage shown.
In the glass
Aroma: white peach, apple blossom, nectarine, pastry cream
Palate: bright fleshy fruit, tangy acid, pillowy mousse, fresh finish
Henriot's Chardonnay-leaning house brut: white peach and apple blossom over nectarine and pastry cream, the palate bright and fleshy with tangy acid and a pillowy mousse.
What it pairs with
- Oysters Bright tangy acid meets the brine of oysters.More wines for oysters →Find oysters on TableJourney →
- Goat cheese Apple-blossom lift balances fresh cheese.More wines for lamb →
- Oeuf mayonnaise Fleshy fruit refreshes the egg.More wines for vegetables and salads →Find oeuf mayonnaise on TableJourney →
With cheese
Chaource
Our pick A non-vintage brut Champagne's high acidity and fine mousse cut through Chaource's salted, creamy paste and leave its mushroom and hazelnut clear. The cheese comes from the Aube, which also grows Champagne.
Brie de Meaux
Our pick A non-vintage brut's acidity and bubbles cut Brie de Meaux's butter and cream and leave its hazelnut clear, so each bite of the rich, supple paste stays fresh.
How to serve Henriot Brut Souverain
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 6-8°C. Cellar temperature (6-8°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a tulip flute. The bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Oysters, Goat cheese, Oeuf mayonnaise. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Henriot's non-vintage Brut Souverain reflects the Reims house's Chardonnay leaning and strong Cote des Blancs sourcing; the house has been owned by Terroirs et Vignerons de Champagne (TEVC) since September 2023.
- 1808Apolline Henriot founds the family house in Reims
Facts
- Producer
- Champagne Henriot · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Classification
- AOC Champagne
- Oak
- Stainless steel; Chardonnay-leaning house brut, long ageing
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 40 to 55 at retail
- Drinking window
- now to 6 from release
Frequently asked about Henriot Brut Souverain
What does Henriot Brut Souverain taste like?
On the nose, white peach, apple blossom, nectarine, pastry cream. On the palate, bright fleshy fruit, tangy acid, pillowy mousse, fresh finish. Structurally medium-bodied, high acidity with a medium finish. Henriot's Chardonnay-leaning house brut: white peach and apple blossom over nectarine and pastry cream, the palate bright and fleshy with tangy acid and a pillowy mousse.
When should I drink Henriot Brut Souverain?
Drink now to 6 from release. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Henriot Brut Souverain?
Oysters is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Goat cheese and Oeuf mayonnaise. Bright tangy acid meets the brine of oysters.
What grapes are in Henriot Brut Souverain?
The blend is Chardonnay, Pinot Noir. The wine is classified as AOC Champagne.
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