| Weight: | 1.435 kg |
|---|---|
| Alcohol volume: | 12% |
| Country of origin: | France |
| Volume: | 0.75 l |
| Producer: | Piper-Heidsieck Champagne |
| Mark: | Piper-Heidsieck |
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel is a celebration of precision, elegance, and craftsmanship. Created for wine lovers and fine dining enthusiasts, this collection offers wines with exceptional structure, complexity, and freshness that meet the highest gastro ...
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel is a celebration of precision, elegance, and craftsmanship. Created for wine lovers and fine dining enthusiasts, this collection offers wines with exceptional structure, complexity, and freshness that meet the highest gastronomic standards.
Characteristics:
Essentiel Extra Brut is made from multiple vintages and combines 36% Pinot Noir, 35% Meunier, and 29% Chardonnay. It is characterized by low dosage (5 g/l), which emphasizes the natural purity and character of the Champagne terroir. It is aged for at least 36 months on the lees and a further 6 years after disgorging, which gives it extraordinary depth, nobility, and balance.
Production:
This sparkling gem is produced in accordance with the philosophy of sustainability – the hand-picked grapes come from the winery's own vineyards and from more than 240 long-term partners throughout Champagne. The Piper-Heidsieck winery holds Haute Valeur Environnementale (level 3) and Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne certificates. No herbicides are used in the vineyards, the soil is cultivated mechanically, flowers and grasses are grown between the rows, and biodiversity is supported by hedges and beehives.
Tasting profile:
Color: Light gold with fine, elegant bubbles.
Aroma: Plum, brioche, grapefruit, and candied quince, followed by acacia honey and roasted nuts.
Taste: Precise, balanced, with mineral freshness and subtle salinity. Citrus, yellow fruit, and delicate brioche notes develop on the palate.
Finish: Long, clean and sophisticated, with hints of lime zest and hazelnuts.
The perfect pairing:
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Extra Brut is a champagne for true gourmets – ideal as an aperitif or with food.
Philosophy and terroir:
The wine comes from more than 50 crus – carefully selected vineyards that represent the diversity of Champagne's terroirs. Every step of the production process, from slow pressing near the vineyards to static clarification of the juice and malolactic fermentation, is carried out with an emphasis on purity and the natural character of the wine.
Awards:
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Extra Brut is a champagne that exudes sophistication and quiet strength. Balanced, precise, and full of life – the ideal choice for connoisseurs seeking a pure expression of the art of champagne with respect for nature and tradition.
History and tradition of Piper-Heidsieck:
Founded in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck, this house has a long history associated with the desire to please Queen Marie Antoinette, an ambition that continues to this day. The house boasts a romantic founding story and a long-standing partnership between Christian Heidsieck and Henri-Guillaume Piper, which gave rise to one of the most famous champagne brands.
The winery prides itself on its biodiversity and environmentally friendly technologies, such as zero use of herbicides and an integrated approach to environmental protection. The vineyards are carefully maintained with natural lawns and without the use of chemical sprays.
Producer's address: Piper-Heidsieck Champagne, Alle du Vignoble 12, 51100 Reims, FR
