Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel - Blanc de Noirs Extra-Brut Champagne

Established in 1785, Piper-Heidsieck is one of Champagne’s most respected houses, renowned for its bold yet refined style and its ability to translate terroir into wines of precision and character. The Essentiel range reflects the house’s contemporary vision: purity, balance and expression, without excess.

The Essentiel – Blanc de Noirs Extra-Brut is a striking expression of Pinot Noir, crafted exclusively from dark-skinned grapes sourced from carefully selected Champagne vineyards. This cuvée showcases the depth and structure of Pinot Noir while maintaining remarkable freshness and finesse.

With its Extra-Brut dosage, the Champagne offers exceptional clarity and tension. The nose reveals notes of ripe orchard fruit, red apple and subtle spice, followed by hints of toasted bread and mineral undertones. On the palate, it is precise and energetic, combining power with elegance, supported by a fine mousse and a long, dry finish.
Extended ageing on the lees adds complexity and texture, resulting in a Champagne that is both expressive and gastronomic. The Blanc de Noirs style gives this wine a broader mouthfeel and a confident presence, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate depth without heaviness.

This Champagne pairs beautifully with charcuterie, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes or lightly spiced cuisine, while also performing superbly as a refined aperitif. Its structure allows it to accompany food effortlessly, elevating both casual and fine dining moments.
Bold, precise and uncompromisingly elegant, the Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel – Blanc de Noirs Extra-Brut is a Champagne for those who value character, craftsmanship and modern Champagne excellence.

Issuing entirely from the 2019 vintage, Piper-Heidsieck’s new NV Extra-Brut Blanc de Noirs Essentiel, disgorged in March 2023 with a dosage of five grams per liter, has turned out very well. Drawn from vineyards across the Montagne de Reims, the Marne Valley and the Côte des Bar—an assemblage of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Pinot Meunier—it opens with captivating aromas of orange zest, cherry and nashi pear, mingling with quince and a subtle touch of smoky reduction. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and fleshy, balancing the vintage’s ripeness with invigorating tension. Enlivened by a pillowy mousse, it is laden with succulent but vibrant acids that carry the wine to a lingering, mouthwatering finish. This cuvée reflects a step forward in viticulture; though not certified organic, the fruit is sourced from largely thoughtfully farmed vineyards: 91 Parker points.
Reviewed by Kristaps Karklins of Robert Parker/Wine Advocate.

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