-
95
/ 100
Falstaff -
94
/ 100
James Suckling -
94
/ 100
Wine Enthusiast
Sparkling
Classification
Pinot/Chardonnay
Variety
2012
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
France
Country
Champagne,
Region
13.0%
Alcohol %
Ready, but will Keep
Cellaring
Scores
95 / 100"A beautifully reductive nose smoulders with hints of flint, smoke and molten candlewax but also gives glimpses of ripe stone fruit and lemon. The palate carries on in this rich vein that suggests sumptuousness but is in fact rather sculpted. Yes, this manages to present a beautifully profound, rich but utterly precise vision of the 2012 vintage that shows off freshness, sinuousness and beautiful ripeness. Still dew fresh. Lay down or enjoy now."
- Falstaff
94 / 100
"A fragrant nose with aromas of apples, pears, brioche and candied citrus. Round, silky and balanced with fine bubbles and a flavorful, minerally finish. Full-bodied with a creamy texture and wonderfully soft fruit. Highlights the balance of the 2012 vintage. A blend of 54% chardonnay and 46% pinot noir. Drink or hold."
- James Suckling
94 / 100
"Now well mature, this Champagne has a slight dominance of Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs. It balances citrus and green-apple flavors against its toast and spice. Drink now."
- Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
Henriot Millésime 2012 is characterized by aromatic heterogeneity and complexity.
The first nose is intense, almost heady. Yet it is counterbalanced a few seconds later by an incredible elegance with airy and floral notes.
The wine is in motion with a succession of the following aromatic notesr: summer flowers, meringue, ripe fruits, then fresh summer currants, chalk, minerality, patina... it is an endless impetus.
On the palate, it’s the same ballet coming together, which makes this champagne creation so unique and compelling.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity