PRESS RELEASE
- November 2020
Champagne Henriot is very proud to release the new Cuvée Hemera 2006. For several years, Maison Henriot has been working on finding a perfect balance between freshness and character. The Cuvée Hemera, named after the Greek Goddess of Daylight, is one of the finest expressions of this quest. In ancient Greek times, Hemera would unveil night to reveal the day’s first rays of light. It embodies the quintessence of Henriot style and symbolises the passage from the darkness of the cellars, where time weaves its magic, to the radiant brightness of the tasting.
- October 2020
Maison Henriot is launching “Alliance Terroir”: a collective group that works in favor of the Champagne terroirs, at the service of wine and oenological excellence but also for the preservation of the Champagne vineyard. The objective is to develop knowledge of our Terroirs from a historical, analytical, and technical point of view, to further support decision-making regarding Henriot viticulture and to take concrete action to preserve these Terroirs in the Champagne landscape. Photo credit: ©Alexis Jacquin (Studio Alma)
Maison Henriot is proud to announce the appointment of Alice Tétienne, who won the trophy of Cellar Master of the Year 2020 at the Trophées Champenois. This trophy has been organized by Bulles et Millésimes magazine since 2015. The objective of these awards is to highlight the various actions which help to promote the “King of the wines” throughout the world. Photo credit : ©Michel Jolyot
PRESS REVIEW
Magazine Vigneron - Septembre 2020
Bouchard Père & Fils – Broad heritage of vines, mythical vintages: this historic Maison holds, in its cellars of the Château de Beaune, an invaluable treasure, an entire section of Burgundy’s heritage.
CORPORATE COMMUNICATION
- 17 septembre 2020
Since November 2015, Guillaume d’Angerville has been at the head of the Association des Climats du vignobles de Bourgogne – World Heritage, succeeding Aubert de Villaine, with whom he had been working on the application for the past 3 years. Winemaker in Aulnay, Guillaume d’Angerville passes the torch today in complete confidence to Gilles de Larouzière, President of Bouchard Père & Fils. A change in continuity, prepared between the two men over the past 2 years, with the approval of the Board of Directors. Yet, Guillaume d’Angerville does not stray away from the Association as he will continue to sit there. With a new admiral on board, the Association is ready to meet the new challenges that await it in this very special year.
Bourgogne Aujourd'hui - August-September 2020
The Henriot family just applied for an organic certification of the Bouchard Père & Fils estate in Côte-d’Or and of the William Fèvre estate in Chablis. The two cover a total of 208 hectares (514 acres), which would constitute the largest organic wine organisation in Burgundy as of 2024.
- September 2020
“The early growth, coupled with the Covid health crisis, shook up our habits and setup. The sanitary measures made the work more difficult and distressing, however the results of all these efforts are in: the harvest went very well and will make a beautiful 2020 vintage. Thank you and bravo to all, this harvest will doubtlessly be remembered!»
“A key outcome of this 2020 harvest for Maison Henriot is the great need for observation in the vineyard in order to harvest grapes that meet its requirements and that highlight the Terroirs, as Apolline, founder of Maison Henriot in 1808, wanted.»
EVENTS
- July 2020
Come and live the Henriot experience at Les Aulnois, the family estate located in the heart of the Champagne vineyards in Pierry (Epernay). Meet at 11 AM for a private visit of the historic wine press, completely renovated in 2019, followed by a tasting of Blanc de Blancs, the most emblematic cuvée of Maison Henriot, and enjoy a delicious picnic in the gardens paired with 2 flutes of the Cuvée Blanc de Blancs. Proposed dates: July 29/30/31, August 5/6/7, August 18/19/21, September 2/3/4, September 9/10/11. Online booking through: https://www.boutique.champagne-henriot.com/accueil/93-pique-nique-chic-aux-aulnois.html
- May 2020
Maison Henriot presents its new stylish openwork metal giftbox: “Jardin à la Française”. An elegant and chic case in tribute to the magnificient Les Aulnois estate in Pierry, sublimating two emblematic “cuvées” of the Champagne house : Blanc de Blancs and Brut Rosé.
“As a family-owned company who has faced many adversities over the past two centuries, we know that strength and resilience come from supporting each other. We are happy to give back to the sommelier community with participating in an online silent auction to raise funds for @UnitedSomms Foundation, which supports the sommelier community impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. The auction is held by @ackerwines (https://www.ackerwines.com/SignUp) and opens on Monday, May 25th, with among others two lots from Champagne Henriot and Bouchard Père & Fils.” Gilles de Larouzière, President of Maisons & Domaines Henriot
- April 14th, 2020
“My deepest gratitude to the teams of Maisons & Domaines Henriot, Maisons & Domaines Henriot America, Champagne Henriot, Maison Bouchard Père & Fils, William Fèvre and Beaux Frères for their engagement in these difficult times. Reconciling professional and family life is not easy today. Changing work habits to ensure the safety of the team creates new constraints and calls for creativity and solidarity. There isn’t any more “office jobs” or “field jobs”. There is only a community of passionate people working together to continue a precious heritage and a centuries-old history. Thank you all ! .” Gilles de Larouzière
The World of Fine Wine - March 2020
Tasting 2018 Burgundy, The Balance of a Hot Year – Neil Beckett, Stephen Brook, Michael Edwards, Margaret Rand and Michael Schuster.
The 2018 vintages of Bouchard Père & Fils and William Fèvre received very good grades. Thank you Frédéric Weber, Didier Séguier and your teams.
- March 2020
Nature can not be confined. In Chablis, our vineyard team takes care of their vines and fight frost, to ensure the very best results.
“In 210 years, our family Champagne House has overcome numerous crises (1815, Prussian war in 1870, Phylloxera, 1914-18,…). My grand father Etienne Henriot (1889 – 1957) succeeded in keeping Champagne Henriot safe through the Phylloxera disaster, the great depression of the 30’s and the 2nd World War. Passion and sense of transmission have been our vital principle for 210 years.” Gilles de Larouzière, Président of Maisons & Domaines Henriot
In those troubled times of worldwide healthcare emergency, Champagne Henriot wants to address words of support to you and your family. As we need to quickly adapt and must avoid any physical contact, we can keep in touch thanks to our websites and social networks. The vine does not wait… let’s follow it all together ! Facebook – Instagram : #champagnehenriot
Dear Customers, Dear Partners, Since the appearance of the COVID-19 virus, we wanted to renew our commitment and motivation to perpetuate our activity while implementing the solutions necessary to comply with national directives. Our priority is the protection of our employees and service providers, while continuing to provide you with the best possible quality of service and respond to all your requests. Stay home and stay safe.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
Drinks International - March 2020
The 2020 list of the World’s Most Admired Champagne Brands by Drinks International is out and Champagne Henriot is #10 and up 4 places! Read the entire article.
- January 2020
VINEXPO will take place this year for the first time in Paris, strategic city to the European market and pivotal for the wine industry. Maisons & Domaines Henriot will welcome you from February 10th to February 12th, Porte de Versailles, Pavillon 7.1, booth B36.
- December 2019