Champagne Charles HEIDSIECK
Brut Réserve
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In 2011, the Descours family took back in hand this old Maison (1851) in order to make it find its XIXth century chandelier. In less than 5 years, the bet is won, already praised by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck amply deserves to be considered as one of the most brilliant current brands" for Mr. Bettane, "Heidsieck returns to the forefront with a complete range of wines of high level" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and above all a great freshness tempered by a long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous crayères near Reims. For the whole range, no trace of oxidation, no rancio, only an extreme melted and suave finesse. Great art!
Rated 92/100 by the Revue du Vin de France « Fine réduction grillée au nez. Un bouquet charmant évoluant sur des notes matures de noisette, de fruits secs, de fauteuil en cuir... [...] Il n'y a que Charles Heidsieck pour exprimer une telle patine savoureuse. » (Dec. 2021)
- To keep or to drink :
- Ready to drink
- Apogée :
- 2022-2026
- Potential alcohol :
- 12%
From the same producer
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In 2011, the Descours family took back in hand this old Maison (1851) in order to make it find its XIXth century chandelier. In less than 5 years, the bet is won, already praised by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck amply deserves to be considered as one of the most brilliant current brands" for Mr. Bettane, "Heidsieck returns to the forefront with a complete range of wines of high level" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and above all a great freshness tempered by a long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous crayères near Reims. For the whole range, no trace of oxidation, no rancio, only an extreme melted and suave finesse. Great art!Rated 92/100 by the Revue du Vin de France « Fine réduction grillée au nez. Un bouquet charmant évoluant sur des notes matures de noisette, de fruits secs, de fauteuil en cuir... [...] Il n'y a que Charles Heidsieck pour exprimer une telle patine savoureuse. » (Dec. 2021)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2027
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In 2011, the Descours family took back in hand this old Maison (1851) in order to make it find its XIXth century chandelier. In less than 5 years, the bet is won, already praised by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck amply deserves to be considered as one of the most brilliant current brands" for Mr. Bettane, "Heidsieck returns to the forefront with a complete range of wines of high level" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and above all a great freshness tempered by a long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous crayères near Reims. For the whole range, no trace of oxidation, no rancio, only an extreme melted and suave finesse. Great art!Le Rosé Réserve had M. Bettane (guide 2017) write "A must. If you should only drink a Champagne rosé, this is it".
Rated 15,5/20 by The Revue du Vin de France « Sans surprise, cette cuvée partage les avis sur son caractère démonstratif et crémeux. » (Nov. 2016)
Rated 90/100 by Antonio Galloni (Vinous) « The NV Rosé Réserve is an attractive, aperitif-styled Rosé to drink now and over the next handful of years, while the flavors remain bright. » (Nov. 2020)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2026
- Potential alcohol:
- 12%
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In 2011, the Descours family took back in hand this old Maison (1851) in order to make it find its XIXth century chandelier. In less than 5 years, the bet is won, already praised by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck amply deserves to be considered as one of the most brilliant current brands" for Mr. Bettane, "Heidsieck returns to the forefront with a complete range of wines of high level" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and above all a great freshness tempered by a long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous crayères near Reims. For the whole range, no trace of oxidation, no rancio, only an extreme melted and suave finesse. Great art!Rated 16/20 by the Revue du Vin de France on december 2016 « Très beau bouquet grillé de noisette ; bouche vineuse et ample. »
Rated 92/100 by the Revue du Vin de France « Ce 2012 est d'une belle étoffe, d'une enveloppe séduisante. Le style est consensuel, d'une texture à la finale un peu contenue. On l'aimerait plus libre. Il n'en reste pas moins une valeur sûre. » (December 2022)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2032
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In 2011, the Descours family took back in hand this old Maison (1851) in order to make it find its XIXth century chandelier. In less than 5 years, the bet is won, already praised by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck amply deserves to be considered as one of the most brilliant current brands" for Mr. Bettane, "Heidsieck returns to the forefront with a complete range of wines of high level" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and above all a great freshness tempered by a long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous crayères near Reims. For the whole range, no trace of oxidation, no rancio, only an extreme melted and suave finesse. Great art!The cuvée Blanc des Millénaires is made with 100% chardonnay.
Le Blanc des Millénaires received two successive coups de coeur ♥ from the Hachette guide, for its 2006 and 2007.
Rated 93/100 by La Revue du Vin de France « Une attaque construite soyeusement, un coeur de bouche à l'étoffe gourmande. La finale est élégante. » (December 2022)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2032
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In 2011, the Descours family took back in hand this old Maison (1851) in order to make it find its XIXth century chandelier. In less than 5 years, the bet is won, already praised by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck amply deserves to be considered as one of the most brilliant current brands" for Mr. Bettane, "Heidsieck returns to the forefront with a complete range of wines of high level" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and above all a great freshness tempered by a long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous crayères near Reims. For the whole range, no trace of oxidation, no rancio, only an extreme melted and suave finesse. Great art!The cuvée Blanc des Millénaires is made with 100% chardonnay.
Le Blanc des Millénaires received two successive coups de coeur ♥ from the Hachette guide, for its 2006 and its 2007.
Rated 92/100 by Antonio Galloni (Vinous) « The 2006 Blanc des Millenaires is a rich, punchy Champagne that captures all of the radiant intensity of this warm year. Apricot, lemon confit and tropical accents bring out the more extroverted side of Chardonnay. » (Nov. 2020)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2032