Henri Giraud PR 18-90 NV vs Taittinger Comtes de Champagne, Blanc de Blancs Brut 2013
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Henri Giraud PR 18-90 NV currently starts £35.30 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £144.00 | £179.30 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Champagne Henri Giraud | Champagne Taittinger |
| Style | Sparkling | Sparkling |
| Grape | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir | Chardonnay |
| Region | — | Champagne |
| Sweetness | — | Dry |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Henri Giraud PR 18-90 NV
Henri Giraud's PR 18‑90 is built around Pinot Noir grown on the village’s historic chalk slopes. The cuvée name refers to the reserve wine system used by the house, incorporating a perpetual reserve that began in 1990 and was refreshed with wines from the 2018 harvest. Henri Giraud spare no expense in their pursuit of perfection. No stone is left unturned in the winemaking process to achieve their goal, from the surgical efforts in the vineyard through to the extraordinary lengths they go to in the winery. In fact, for those barrels, they go so far as to even select individual trees for the staves. Just like vines, or indeed any other crop, the terroir impacts all aspects of the plant, or tree, in question – subtle changes in grain structure which influence flavour.
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne, Blanc de Blancs Brut 2013
Taittinger of course needs little introduction. Their dedication to excellence extends to every aspect of winemaking. From the hand-harvested grapes to the artful blending process and extended ageing in the cellars, each step is a testament to their pursuit of perfection. Taittinger's commitment to crafting exceptional Champagnes has earned them a place among the world's most respected wine producers. “We will never produce a large quantity of Comtes de Champagne because the technical characteristics we require so that this cuvée can be a very great wine are essentially unique in Champagne and very financially demanding. A triumphant blend of force and elegance, the Comtes de Champagne displays an eternal youth that it derives from the greatest Chardonnay of our province. Connoisseurs will appreciate it." Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger
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