Henriot Brut Souverain (75cl, 12%)

A multi-vintage brut Champagne from the Montagne de Reims, bottled at 12% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Champagne Henriot, founded in 1808, blends 50% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Meunier, vinified in stainless steel vats. The cuvée includes 30-50% reserve wines accumulated over multiple harvests, then ages for a minimum of three years in Henriot's chalk cellars beneath Reims. The nose opens with lime peel and chopped apple, then elderberry, vine blossom, chalky minerality, toasted brioche, roasted almonds and lemon pie. The palate is crisp and mineral-driven, with crunchy pear, lemon sorbet, fine persistent bubbles, pickled ginger, oyster shell and yellow plum. The finish is medium to long, lightly chalky, with citrus zest and warm brioche.