
- Robert Parker (RP) points 95
- Vinous points
Rare - Brut Millesime
Vintage
Price
€282.00 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
It unfurls in the glass with a complex bouquet of crisp pear, freshly baked bread and white flowers, mingling with roasted pineapple, caramelised sugar and a deft touch of smoky reduction. On the palate, it is full-bodied, muscular, ample and textural, with a simultaneously generous but elegant expression of fruit underpinned by succulent yet vibrant acidity and concluding with a long, saline finish tinged with toast. Concentrated but harmonious, it is dangerously drinkable now yet promises a long window of pleasure.
More information
Provenance
- Type
- Sparkling
- Producer
- Piper-Heidsieck
- Country
- France
- Appellation
- Champagne
- Region
- Champagne
Technical
- Vintage
- 2012
- Grapes
- Champagne blend
- ABV
- 12%
- Size
- 75cl
- Ageing
- Serving
- 8° - 10° C
- Drinking window
- 2026 - 2052
Food pairings
Key characteristics
About this sparkling wine
Piper-Heidsieck's Rare Brut Millesime represents a refined expression of Champagne winemaking excellence. This prestigious house, with centuries of tradition in the Champagne region, crafts a sophisticated sparkling wine from a carefully selected blend of Champagne varieties. The result is a wine that balances elegance with complexity, delivering a fresh, vibrant character that reflects the chalky terroir of France's most celebrated wine region.
This Champagne blend showcases the hallmark qualities that define Piper-Heidsieck's philosophy: precision, finesse, and a commitment to quality. The wine's crisp acidity and layered profile make it exceptionally versatile at the table. Serve it as an aperitif or pair it with a diverse range of cuisines, from delicate shellfish, crab, and lobster to sushi and sashimi, fresh salads, and citrus-based dishes. It also complements cheese courses featuring Comté and Parmesan, and pairs beautifully with tapas and small plates.
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Behind the bottle
Producer
Piper-Heidsieck
Piper-Heidsieck is one of the most distinguished Champagne houses, founded in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck in Reims, France. It has a storied history, marked by a commitment to excellence and innovation that has helped it…
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