{"product_id":"henriot-champagne-rose-2012","title":"Henriot Champagne Rosè 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003eHenriot Champagne Rosé Millésimé 2012 is a refined vintage rosé from one of Champagne’s most historic family houses. Crafted only in exceptional years, this 2012 release captures the precision, elegance and depth that define Henriot’s style. Combining the structure of Pinot Noir with the finesse of Chardonnay, it offers a complex, gastronomic rosé for serious Champagne lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this vintage rosé shows a luminous salmon‑pink hue with delicate copper glints and a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is expressive and layered, revealing wild strawberries, redcurrants and raspberries, followed by notes of blood orange, rose petals, subtle spice and a touch of brioche and chalky minerality.\n\nOn the palate, the 2012 vintage brings both generosity and tension: juicy red berry fruit is framed by vibrant acidity and a precise, mineral backbone. Hints of citrus zest, dried flowers, pastry cream and lightly toasted nuts add complexity as the wine opens in the glass. The finish is long, dry and finely textured, with a saline, chalk‑driven edge that invites another sip. Still youthful but beautifully composed, this rosé has the structure and freshness to evolve gracefully for another 8–12 years under proper cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from carefully selected vineyards in the heart of the Champagne region of France, this cuvée reflects Henriot’s deep connection to chalk‑rich terroirs, particularly on the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs. Pinot Noir provides backbone, intensity and the base for the rosé hue, while Chardonnay from premier and grand cru sites contributes finesse, floral lift and tension. Harvesting is done by hand to ensure pristine fruit selection. The rosé color is achieved by the addition of a small proportion of still Pinot Noir wine of high quality, blended with the white base wines. After a gentle pressing and cool fermentation in stainless steel to preserve purity of fruit, the wine undergoes extended aging on the lees in bottle, far beyond the appellation minimum, to build texture, complexity and that signature Henriot creaminess before disgorgement and a carefully judged dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHenriot Rosé Millésimé 2012 is a versatile food Champagne, ideal for refined dishes rather than just aperitif sipping. It pairs beautifully with tuna or salmon tartare, grilled lobster, langoustines, duck breast with red fruit glaze, roasted poultry, or delicate lamb dishes. It also complements fine charcuterie and aged hard cheeses. Serve well‑chilled but not too cold, around 8–10°C (46–50°F), to allow the aromatics to fully unfold. Decanting is not essential, but pouring it into larger white wine or Burgundy‑style glasses and giving it a few minutes in the glass helps reveal its full complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1808 in Reims, Henriot is one of Champagne’s great independent, family‑owned houses, renowned for an elegant, Chardonnay‑driven style and meticulous vineyard sourcing. Over more than two centuries, the Henriot family has cultivated long‑term relationships with growers in some of Champagne’s finest crus, building a reputation for precision, purity and longevity in their wines. Their vintage Champagnes, including the Rosé Millésimé, are produced only in standout years and have earned critical acclaim for their finesse and age‑worthiness, reinforcing Henriot’s status as a benchmark producer in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henriot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255192572241,"sku":"XW-34770","price":116.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/henriot-champagne-rose-millesime-2012_34770_1.jpg?v=1783457138","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/henriot-champagne-rose-2012","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}