From Reims: Champagne and Family-Run Wineries Tour
Join a scenic tour of the Champagne region starting from Reims. Explore the village of Hautvillers and visit 2 family-run wineries to learn about the Champagne-making ...
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Structure
Drinking window
Best 0 to 5 years from release.
release0 yrs5 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
| Critic | Vintage | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Wine Spectator reviewed 2020 | 89/100 |
Scores as published by each critic for the vintage shown.
In the glass
Aroma: almond, fresh hazelnut, pear, apple
Palate: crisp fruit, fresh acidity, light gold shimmer, clean finish
A crisp, fruit-forward Pinot-led brut: almond and fresh hazelnut accompany subtle pear and apple over a clean, fresh palate.
What it pairs with
- Fried chicken Crisp bubbles and acidity scrub fried crust.More wines for chicken and white meat →
- Croque monsieur Fresh acidity cuts the ham and cheese.Find croque monsieur on TableJourney →
- Oeuf mayonnaise Clean fruit refreshes the egg.More wines for vegetables and salads →Find oeuf mayonnaise on TableJourney →
With cheese
Chaource
Our pick A non-vintage brut Champagne's high acidity and fine mousse cut through Chaource's salted, creamy paste and leave its mushroom and hazelnut clear. The cheese comes from the Aube, which also grows Champagne.
Brie de Meaux
Our pick A non-vintage brut's acidity and bubbles cut Brie de Meaux's butter and cream and leave its hazelnut clear, so each bite of the rich, supple paste stays fresh.
How to serve Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 6-8°C. Cellar temperature (6-8°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a tulip flute. The bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Fried chicken, Croque monsieur, Oeuf mayonnaise. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Founded in 1785, Piper-Heidsieck built its reputation on a crisp, accessible Pinot-led brut famously name-checked by Marilyn Monroe.
- 1785Piper-Heidsieck house founded in Reims
Facts
- Producer
- Piper-Heidsieck · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay
- Classification
- AOC Champagne
- Oak
- Stainless steel; Pinot-led, fruit-forward house brut
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 35 to 50 at retail
- Drinking window
- now to 5 from release
- First vintage
- 1785
Frequently asked about Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut
What does Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut taste like?
On the nose, almond, fresh hazelnut, pear, apple. On the palate, crisp fruit, fresh acidity, light gold shimmer, clean finish. Structurally medium-bodied, high acidity with a medium finish. A crisp, fruit-forward Pinot-led brut: almond and fresh hazelnut accompany subtle pear and apple over a clean, fresh palate.
When should I drink Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut?
Drink now to 5 from release. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut?
Fried chicken is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Croque monsieur and Oeuf mayonnaise. Crisp bubbles and acidity scrub fried crust.
What grapes are in Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut?
The blend is Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay. The wine is classified as AOC Champagne.
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