Henriot

L'Inattendue 2016 | Bottle 75cl - Box

Description

The Champagne Henriot L'Inattendue 2016 is the result of a coup de coeur by the cellar master Alice Tétienne for an astonishing harvest. This 100% Chardonnay offers immense minerality and remarkable precision.

The Making of Henriot L'Inattendue 2016 Champagne

The year 2016 is marked by a complex climate. After a rather quiet winter, spring sees heavy rains. These rains continue until the beginning of summer, giving way to extreme drought. The harvest, which begins on September 18 for the Champagne Henriot, is surprising in its quality and the balance of the grapes.

This 100% Chardonnay vintage comes exclusively from the Grand Cru terroir of Avize, located on the famous Côte des Blancs. This terroir is distinguished by its chalky soils covered with clays and hard limestones, offering a perfect balance between the soil, the vine, and the climate.

The vinification of this cuvée respects the traditional practices of the Maison Henriot. After a minimum aging of 4 years, the cuvée is dosed at 4 g/L, adding a final touch of precision and elegance. The Chardonnay, the sole grape variety of this cuvée, expresses all its purity and finesse here, revealing the soul of the Avize terroir.

Tasting of the Cuvée

• Color

  The color of this cuvée is a pale yellow, with silver reflections that testify to its youth and vivacity.

• Nose

  The nose reveals notes of fresh lemon, accompanied by a chalky minerality and subtle minty touches. The Henriot L'Inattendue 2016 offers a precise, fine, chiseled aromatic profile.

• Palate

  On the palate, the cuvée is straight and lively. Minerality and citrus dominate. In the mid-palate, the notes of chalk and lemon express themselves majestically. The finish is elegant, lingering for long seconds, with a minty note.

Pairing Suggestions

Appetizers

• Fresh oysters with a touch of lemon
• Scallop carpaccio with yuzu
• Caviar blinis with sour cream

Main Courses

• Grilled lobster with herbs
• Asparagus risotto
• Turbot fillet with white butter

Desserts

• Lemon meringue tart
• Lemon-basil sorbet
• Vanilla macarons

The Price of Henriot L'Inattendue 2016

The price of the 75cl bottle of Henriot L'Inattendue 2016 in a case is 99,95 €. Given the exceptional quality of this cuvée and its unique character, this price is particularly attractive for lovers of terroir champagnes.

Reviews of Henriot L'Inattendue 2016

Customers who have already tasted L'Inattendue 2016 are unanimous about the quality of this champagne. They particularly appreciate its minerality and balance, as well as its ability to accompany sophisticated dishes. The reviews also highlight its excellent value for money. Reviews of Henriot L'Inattendue 2016

Preserving this champagne

To best preserve the Henriot L'Inattendue 2016 cuvée, it is recommended to keep it away from light and temperature variations, ideally between 10 and 12°C. This cuvée can improve in the cellar for several years, undoubtedly beyond 2035, offering increasing complexity over time.

The Henriot Style

The Maison Henriot is recognized for its rigorous approach to terroir and assemblage, always seeking the purest expression of Champagne. Under the direction of Alice Tétienne, the Cellar Master, each cuvée is designed to reflect the diversity and richness of the Champagne terroirs. This L’Inattendue cuvée perfectly reflects Alice Tétienne's approach.