Henriot Brut Souverain NV -samppanja lahjalaatikossa, 75 cl

The gift box itself feels like part of the celebration, sturdy and elegant enough to hand over as-is. Poured a glass for a quiet Tuesday and the balance between the Chardonnay and Pinot really came through — bright but not sharp, with a soft finish that lingered nicely.

The citrus notes are so bright and crisp on the palate, exactly what I wanted for a celebratory toast. The blend of Chardonnay and Pinot feels perfectly balanced, and the box made it feel extra special when I handed it over.

I’m not a champagne expert by any means, but the citrus notes come through so clean and bright, and the balance between the Chardonnay and Pinot makes it dangerously easy to finish a bottle. The gift box presentation was a nice touch for the price, too.