COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2008
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Champagne Henriot
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Henriot Cuvée Hemera 2008 is a vintage Champagne from Champagne Henriot, a house with a heritage dating back to 1808 and remaining family-owned for over two centuries. This cuvée is named after Hemera, the Greek goddess of daylight, symbolizing clarity. The 2008 vintage marks the house's 200th anniversary harvest. The wine is a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from six historic Grand Cru villages: three in the Côte des Blancs and three in the Montagne de Reims. The 2008 growing season was characterized by variable weather followed by favorable conditions at harvest, contributing to the vintage's reputation. The wine undergoes extensive aging on its lees.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the Greek goddess of daylight, Hemera.
Fact 02
Represents the 200th anniversary harvest for Champagne Henriot.
Fact 03
A harmonious blend of equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Fact 04
Aged for nearly 14 years on its lees.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Henriot Cuvée Hemera 2008 involves fermenting grapes from each vineyard, cru, and parcel separately. This method ensures that the unique characteristics of each source are preserved. The wine then undergoes an extended aging period on its lees, lasting for a minimum of 12 years, and potentially up to 14 years. This process is crucial for developing the wine's complexity and texture. The final cuvée is a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from six specific Grand Cru villages. Disgorgement occurred in November 2022 or February 2023.
