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 2013 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne Cuvée Rare is a Champagne blend from the renowned Piper Heidsieck house in France's Champagne region. This white wine, sealed with a cork, is comprised of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir, primarily sourced from the Montagne de Reims Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. It has an alcohol content of 12.0%.

This vintage has garnered significant acclaim from various wine reviewers. Jeb Dunnuck awarded it an impressive 98 points, highlighting its "fantastic balance of decadence and freshness." Dunnuck described the wine as having a "bright yellow hue" with "aromatics [that] are exquisite and well-balanced, with fresh notes of key lime, candied apple, fresh croissant dough, fresh pineapple, and honeysuckle." The wine is "medium to full-bodied" with a "rounded and supple texture" and a "pillowy mousse," culminating in a "long, pristine finish."

Decanter also praised the wine, giving it a score of 96 points. Their review noted the wine's "initial whiff of creaminess" and "aromatic citrus and chalk" on the nose. The palate is described as "striking with saltiness and savouriness," featuring "rich and tiny bubbles" that release "the citric charm of lemon and white grapefruit." Decanter emphasized the wine's "delicious frisson of white pepper and grapefruit zest spice."

Wine Spectator provided a score of 95 points, calling it an "elegant, finessed Champagne." Their tasting notes included "blackberry puree and poached apricot flavors" complemented by "blood orange peel, salted pistachio and aromatic accents of verbena, chalk and oyster shell." The review highlighted its "mouthwatering acidity" and "long finish."

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the wine 93 points, describing it as having a "fresh and minty bouquet" with "aromas of white fruit, notably pear and apple, spring flowers and gentle spices with a hint of citrus." The palate is described as "moderately weighted, tension-filled yet airy" with a "delicately smoky finish." The review noted that it "should age well over the next 10 years."

Wine Enthusiast also gave the wine 95 points, stating it has a "rare finesse that gives it a wonderful tense character." The review highlighted its balance "between dryness, great maturity and dense fruit," indicating that the wine is "ready to drink."

Overall, the 2013 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne Cuvée Rare is highly regarded for its balance of flavors, finesse, and potential for aging, making it a notable choice for Champagne enthusiasts.