Champagne Charles HEIDSIECK
Brut Millésimé
- 2018
- Champagne
In 2011, the Descours family took over this old House (1851) with the aim of restoring it to its 19th century glory. The gamble paid off, and was widely acclaimed by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck richly deserves to be considered one of today's most brilliant brands" for Mr Bettane, "Heidsieck is back in the limelight with a complete range of top-class wines" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and, above all, great freshness tempered by long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous chalk pits near Reims. Throughout the range, there's no trace of oxidation, no rancio, just an extreme smoothness. Great art!
Company rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
The 2018 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 93/100 "As for the vintage wines, the 2018s show solidity and potential; it would be wise to wait a little longer before opening them."
Vinous (A.Galloni - November 2025): 92/100 “The 2018 Brut Millésime is an attractive, open-knit offering. Apricot, yellow flowers, baked apple tart and light tropical overtones all grace this mid-weight, forward Champagne from Charles Heidsieck. All the elements are very well put together, adding to the wine's considerable charm. Dosage is 8 grams per liter.”
- To keep or to drink :
- Ready to drink
- Apogée :
- 2025-2035
From the same producer
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In 2011, the Descours family took over this old House (1851) with the aim of restoring it to its 19th century glory. The gamble paid off, and was widely acclaimed by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck richly deserves to be considered one of today's most brilliant brands" for Mr Bettane, "Heidsieck is back in the limelight with a complete range of top-class wines" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and, above all, great freshness tempered by long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous chalk pits near Reims. Throughout the range, there's no trace of oxidation, no rancio, just an extreme smoothness. Great art!Company rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
The “Brut Réserve” cuvée in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 91/100 “The Brut Réserve continues to shine with its complexity, carried by the richness of the reserve wines. The generous dosage remains consensual, even if a certain margin of evolution could further refine the wine's expression.”
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 93/100
Vinous (A.Galloni - November 2025): 89/100 “The NV Brut Réserve is a fine introduction to the range. Pear, green apple, brioche, white flowers and a touch of reduction all take shape in the glass. This mid-weight, racy Champagne is all charm.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2027
- Potential alcohol:
- 12%
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In 2011, the Descours family took over this old House (1851) with the aim of restoring it to its 19th century glory. The gamble paid off, and was widely acclaimed by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck richly deserves to be considered one of today's most brilliant brands" for Mr Bettane, "Heidsieck is back in the limelight with a complete range of top-class wines" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and, above all, great freshness tempered by long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous chalk pits near Reims. Throughout the range, there's no trace of oxidation, no rancio, just an extreme smoothness. Great art!Company rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
The “Brut Réserve” cuvée in the reviews:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 91/100 “The Brut Réserve continues to shine with its complexity, carried by the richness of the reserve wines. The generous dosage remains consensual, even if a certain margin of evolution could further refine the wine's expression.”
La Revue du Vin de France (December 2024): 91/100 “Very elegant, finely toasted patina. Unmistakable signature aromas and lacy texture, soft effervescence, graceful touch. A benchmark.”
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 93/100
Vinous (A.Galloni - November 2025): 89/100 “The NV Brut Réserve is a fine introduction to the range. Pear, green apple, brioche, white flowers and a touch of reduction all take shape in the glass. This mid-weight, racy Champagne is all charm.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2030
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In 2011, the Descours family took over this old House (1851) with the aim of restoring it to its 19th century glory. The gamble paid off, and was widely acclaimed by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck richly deserves to be considered one of today's most brilliant brands" for Mr Bettane, "Heidsieck is back in the limelight with a complete range of top-class wines" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and, above all, great freshness tempered by long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous chalk pits near Reims. Throughout the range, there's no trace of oxidation, no rancio, just an extreme smoothness. Great art!Le Rosé Réserve had M. Bettane (guide 2017) write "A must. If you should only drink a Champagne rosé, this is it".
Company rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
The “Rosé Réserve” cuvée in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 92/100 “Ample, gourmand, with a comfortable, sapid finish.”
Vinous (A.Galloni - November 2025): 89/100 “The NV (2019) Brut Rosé Réserve is another fine entry-level offering from Charles Heidsieck. Cranberry, rose petal, mint, chalk and pastry inflections give this mid-weight Rosé a good deal of charm. The persistent, slender finish is both attractive and refreshing.”
La Revue du Vin de France (November 2016): 15.5/20 “Unsurprisingly, this cuvée shares opinions on its demonstrative, creamy character.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2027
- Potential alcohol:
- 12%
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In 2011, the Descours family took over this old House (1851) with the aim of restoring it to its 19th century glory. The gamble paid off, and was widely acclaimed by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck richly deserves to be considered one of today's most brilliant brands" for Mr Bettane, "Heidsieck is back in the limelight with a complete range of top-class wines" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and, above all, great freshness tempered by long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous chalk pits near Reims. Throughout the range, there's no trace of oxidation, no rancio, just an extreme smoothness. Great art!Company rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
The 2012 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (September 2022): 92/100 "This 2012 is beautifully fleshed out, with a seductive envelope. The style is consensual, with a slightly restrained texture and finish. We'd like it to be freer. Nonetheless, it remains a safe bet".
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2032
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In 2011, the Descours family took over this old House (1851) with the aim of restoring it to its 19th century glory. The gamble paid off, and was widely acclaimed by the critics: "Charles Heidsieck richly deserves to be considered one of today's most brilliant brands" for Mr Bettane, "Heidsieck is back in the limelight with a complete range of top-class wines" for the Revue du Vin de France.
Predominantly Chardonnay, the 'Charles' style is based on elegance and, above all, great freshness tempered by long maturation (from 5 years for the Brut Réserve to 15 years for the Blanc des Millénaires) in their famous chalk pits near Reims. Throughout the range, there's no trace of oxidation, no rancio, just an extreme smoothness. Great art!The cuvée Blanc des Millénaires is 100% chardonnay.
Company rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
Le Blanc des Millénaires received two successive coups de coeur ♥ from the Hachette guide, for its 2006 and 2007.
The 2014 vintage of ‘Blanc des Millénaires’ in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026) : 95/100 Coup de ♥ "Blanc des Millénaires 2014 is a superb success. Pure and chiselled, it magnifies the Chardonnay in a refined register."
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 97/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2032