2008 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne Cuvee Rare

Champagne Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WS 97 JS 96 JD 96 WE 96 DC 95 WA 93
WS 97

Wine Spectator, December 2020

Like a stallion out of the gate, this shows an initial explosion of power, in the form of mouthwatering flavors and fine texture, before quickly settling into an elegant gait. The racy acidity is seamlessly knit, buoying...
JS 96

jamessuckling.com, August 2023

This has fantastic concentration, with notes of seashells, waxed and preserved lemons, blanched almonds, toasted coconuts and a smoky touch like tobacco and white ash. Waxy and textured, with very fine, almost...
JD 96

jebdunnuck.com, November 2022

The 2008 Champagne Rare is luxurious with aromas of graham cracker, honeysuckle, quince, and orange zest. It is round and opulent, with a fine and pillowy mousse, and retains freshness throughout, with apricot and yellow...
WE 96

Wine Enthusiast, December 2020

The new release of this producer's prestige cuvée comes in its usual beautifully sculpted bottle. The Champagne, from a great vintage in the region, is just approaching maturity still showing minerality from the high...
DC 95

Decanter, June 2021

A lively first nose of candied lemon, guava, also a hint of lime. With aeration, notes of almonds and almond flowers come to the fore. On the palate, there is a nervy tension that energises its fine, crystalline texture...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, August 2022

(93+ points) The 2008 Brut Cuvée Rare, now re-baptized as "Rare Champagne," continues to evolve at a glacial pace. Offering up aromas of citrus oil, freshly baked bread and wet stones, it's medium to full-bodied, taut...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Sparkling
Varietal Champagne Blend
Country France
Region Champagne
Vintage 2008
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 12%
Closure Cork

Piper-Heidsieck started out as a cloth and wine trading company Heidsieck & Co which was founded by Florens-Louis Heidsieck in 1785. His distinctive champagne’s reputation quickly spread and won favor at court.

The Piper-Heidsieck Maison owns precious wine-growing land from the Montagne de Reims to the Cote des Bar. The blend of its signature cuvee is 55 to 60% Pinot Noir for structure, 10 to 15% Chardonnay grapes which add elegant nuances, 15 to 20% Pinot Meunier which enhances fruitiness, and 10 to 15% reserve wines which provide consistency from year to year.

Vinification is done separately by variety and by vineyard in order to preserve their unique characters and offer maximum blending flexibility.

Heidsieck Cuvee Rare is a blend of 17 crus which were aged for over seven years in the House’s cellars. The blend is 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir, both from Montagne de Reims. The appearance is a dazzling, crystal-clear, citrine yellow gold enlivened by a delicate, shimmering effervescence. The fruit emerges as delicate and golden, with muted exotic fruits (mango and kiwi) and notes of hazelnut, almond and fig. Mild spices (white pepper, smoked tea and cocoa) reflect the wine’s depth but are honed, precise, and in harmony. The palate is voluptuous, with meringue-like delicacy, while nuances of mint tea, lime, kumquat, pineapple and candied ginger evoke distant lands.

The 2008 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne Cuvee Rare is a truly exceptional wine that embodies the elegance and sophistication of the Champagne region in France. With its beautiful golden hue and delicate bubbles, this wine is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate.

On the nose, the aromas are vibrant and enticing. Notes of citrus oil, freshly baked bread, and wet stones fill the air, creating a sensory experience that is both refreshing and inviting. As you take your first sip, you'll be greeted by a medium to full-bodied wine that is taut and incisive. The tangy spine of acidity adds a lively freshness to the wine, while the pinpoint mousse dances on your tongue.

While the 2008 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne Cuvee Rare is already a remarkable wine, it continues to evolve and develop with time. The texture and amplitude are still emerging, promising a future of even greater beauty and complexity. Patience is advised, as this wine has the potential to become a truly extraordinary bottling.

Renowned wine critic William Kelley from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an impressive score of 93+ points. He acknowledges its current evolution and advises continued patience. Wine Spectator also recognized the exceptional qualities of this wine, awarding it an outstanding score of 97 points. They describe it as a stallion out of the gate, exploding with power and settling into an elegant gait. The racy acidity, lacy mousse, and flavors of cassis, toasted brioche, and tangerine create a harmonious and lingering finish.

Jeb Dunnuck, from jebdunnuck.com, awarded the 2008 Champagne Rare an impressive score of 96 points. He describes it as luxurious, with aromas of graham cracker, honeysuckle, quince, and orange zest. The wine is round and opulent, with a fine and pillowy mousse. It retains its freshness throughout and offers flavors of apricot and yellow flowers. It is truly impressive, long-lasting, and luxurious.

This 2008 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne Cuvee Rare is a wine that deserves to be savored and celebrated. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a decadent meal, this Champagne blend is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseurs.