Piper Heidsieck Cuvée Brut
France, Champagne
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier
Description
This wine is pale golden in colour. On the nose, there are intense notes of almonds and fresh hazelnuts, with flavours of fresh pear and apple with a delicate hint of citrus. It is lively and light with added depth from the Pinot Noir, creating beautiful balance.
Awards
Gold International Wine Challenge (IWC)
Silver Decanter Medal
Bronze International Wine Challenge (IWC)
Certifications
Alcohol
12.0%
Analytical data
brut
Vineyard
Winemaker
Émilien Boutillat
Viticulture
A combination of Cordon and Guyot systems depending on the variety/vineyard
Vinification
First fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks. Once completed, the wine was racked and underwent full malolactic fermentation. After blending, in which 20% reserve wines were used, the wine was bottled with selected yeasts added. The wine was kept on the lees for 3 years before disgorgement, when a dosage of 10g/l was added. The bottles were allowed to rest for 6 months before being shipped.
Maturation
3 years in bottle before disgorgement, 6 months before being shipped.