Henri Giraud, Hommage au Pinot Noir NV
A medium straw colour and lively mousse in the glass, this 100% Pinot Noir is based around the 2015 vintage. The nose is rich, creamy and enticing with toasted brioche, meaty savour and ripe white strawberries. The palate follows in this mould, with a rich, creamy mousse giving a generous mouthfeel. Honeyed citrus and stone fruits are to the fore, with little dried strawberry in the background.
Layers of toasty lees and savoury, biscuity complexity that complements the honeyed fruit. There is some flinty tension in the background which is heightened by the bright acidity that cleanses the back end of the palate. Long and broad on the finish. Excellent to drink now, or over the next 8-10 years
- Vinous 92 points
A medium straw colour and lively mousse in the glass, this 100% Pinot Noir is based around the 2015 vintage. The nose is rich, creamy and enticing with toasted brioche, meaty savour and ripe white strawberries. The palate follows in this mould, with a rich, creamy mousse giving a generous mouthfeel. Honeyed citrus and stone fruits are to the fore, with little dried strawberry in the background.
Layers of toasty lees and savoury, biscuity complexity that complements the honeyed fruit. There is some flinty tension in the background which is heightened by the bright acidity that cleanses the back end of the palate. Long and broad on the finish. Excellent to drink now, or over the next 8-10 years
- Vinous 92 points
A medium straw colour and lively mousse in the glass, this 100% Pinot Noir is based around the 2015 vintage. The nose is rich, creamy and enticing with toasted brioche, meaty savour and ripe white strawberries. The palate follows in this mould, with a rich, creamy mousse giving a generous mouthfeel. Honeyed citrus and stone fruits are to the fore, with little dried strawberry in the background.
Layers of toasty lees and savoury, biscuity complexity that complements the honeyed fruit. There is some flinty tension in the background which is heightened by the bright acidity that cleanses the back end of the palate. Long and broad on the finish. Excellent to drink now, or over the next 8-10 years
- Vinous 92 points