Charles Heidsieck

Brut Réserve | Half bottle 37,5cl

Description

Elegant and delicious, the half-bottle of Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Champagne is a true signature of the House. Thanks to a precise blend and a high proportion of reserve wines, it offers rare complexity and maturity, even in a small format. Perfect for a special moment of enjoyment for two, or to offer a taste of the Charles Heidsieck style, with all its finesse and intensity.

A blend representative of the Charles Heidsieck style

The Brut Réserve cuvée embodies the House's historic expertise, particularly through the use of 50% reserve wines, some aged for over 10 years. The blend is based on:

• 40% Pinot Noir, which brings structure, intensity and aromatic power.
• 40% Chardonnay for finesse, freshness and elegance.
• 20% Meunier, which rounds out the blend with its roundness and suppleness.

Among the sixty selected crus, three iconic terroirs anchor the identity of this cuvée:

• Oger (Grand Cru of the Côte des Blancs) for the fleshiness and generosity of the Chardonnay.
• Ambonnay (Grand Cru de la Montagne de Reims) for the power and structure of Pinot Noir.
• Verneuil (Vallée de la Marne) for the smoothness and balance of Meunier.

Each grape variety is vinified separately, in stainless steel vats, with 5 to 10% of the wine aged in old Burgundy barrels to bring out slightly toasted nuances and a beautiful aromatic patina.

Presentation of Elise Losfelt, Cellar Master

"Complex and intriguing, Brut Réserve stands out for its elegance, texture, and long finish. The 50% reserve wines give depth and freshness to this smooth wine, embodying the Charles style."

Tasting notes

• Appearance

  Charles Heidsieck's Brut Réserve has a deep golden color, enlivened by a fine, orchestrated and persistent effervescence, the result of slow and long maturation in chalk cellars.

• Nose

  The nose reveals a beautiful aromatic complexity. Notes of freshly baked brioche mingle with aromas of ripe fruit (mango, apricot, mirabelle plum), dried fruit (pistachio, almond) and subtle toasted hints.

• Palate

  The palate is reminiscent of crunchy nougat on a creamy base, with fleshy fruits (plums, cherries) and remarkable smoothness. The finish reveals notes of vanilla and praline of great finesse.

Serving suggestions

Appetizer bites

• Comté cheese gougères
• Mushroom puff pastries
• Toast with foie gras and gingerbread

Main dishes

• Chicken supreme with cream
• Morel risotto
• Roasted veal fillet, reduced jus

Desserts

• Thin mirabelle plum tart
• Vanilla crème brûlée
• Milk chocolate praline crunch

The price of Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Champagne in half bottles

The price of a half-bottle of Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve is 31,95 €. An ideal size for discovering or rediscovering the richness and balance of this iconic cuvée.

Reviews of the Brut Réserve cuvée

Connoisseurs praise this cuvée for its consistency, complexity, and great finesse. A champagne that appeals to both connoisseurs and those discovering the House for the first time. Read reviews of the Brut Réserve cuvée.

Storage and serving

The half-bottle of Brut Réserve is perfect for immediate tasting. It is recommended to serve it between 42°F and 50°F in a tulip glass. Store away from light at a constant temperature between 50°F and 55°F.