Piper Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut is a generous, Pinot Noir-led Champagne made exclusively from the 2019 harvest, despite its non-vintage designation. Sourced across three Champagne areas and finished with a restrained dosage of just 5 g/L, it balances ripe fruit with freshness and energy.

Tasting Notes
The lively, soft mousse leads into aromas of orange peel, cherry and nashi pear, followed by quince and a subtle smoky, reductive note. On the palate, the Champagne is medium- to full-bodied, generous and fleshy, with juicy, energetic acidity that keeps its ripe 2019 character in balance and carries through to a long, mouth-watering finish. It is already expressive and ready to enjoy. Its freshness may support some short-term cellaring, though no specific ageing window is provided.

Production
The cuvée brings together fruit from the Montagne de Reims, the Marne Valley and the Côte des Bar, with a blend of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Pinot Meunier. All the fruit comes from the 2019 harvest; the wine was disgorged in March 2023 and given a dosage of 5 g/L. The vineyards are described as predominantly carefully cultivated, but the fruit is not certified organic. Further details on harvesting and vinification are not available.

Food & Serving
Its ripe fruit and freshness make it a good match for roast poultry, charcuterie, seared tuna or savoury mushroom dishes. Serve well chilled, around 8–10°C. Decanting is not necessary; opening the bottle a few minutes before serving will allow its aromas to emerge.

Producer
Founded in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck, Piper-Heidsieck is one of Champagne’s historic houses. Based in Reims, it has built an international reputation for Champagne made from the region’s principal grape varieties. The Essentiel range offers a focused expression of the house style, with this Blanc de Noirs highlighting Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

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