Piper-Heidsieck

Essentiel | Bottle 75cl

Description

Piper-Heidsieck's Essentiel cuvée is a precise, balanced, and accomplished champagne, perfect for special occasions and gourmet moments.

The Essentiel collection from Piper-Heidsieck comprises complex champagnes crafted to meet the demands of haute cuisine and the most discerning wine lovers. This cuvée embodies the very essence of the House's style with its perfectly mastered balance, supported by great freshness and a beautiful structure.

The production of Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck champagne

This Essentiel Extra-Brut cuvée is a blend of 47% Pinot Noir, 31% Meunier and 22% Chardonnay, sourced from more than 50 crus in different regions of Champagne.

This cuvée is vinified and aged in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, and malolactic fermentation is carried out to give the wine roundness and suppleness. Aging on lees for a minimum of 36 months adds complexity and depth to this cuvée, enhanced by an Extra-Brut dosage of 5g/l.

Tasting notes for the Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck cuvée

• Appearance

  The Essentiel cuvée is distinguished by a brilliant golden color with fine, persistent bubbles.

• Nose

  On the nose, this champagne offers a rich and generous aromatic palette, with notes of plum, brioche, and grapefruit, evolving towards aromas of honey andtoasted almonds.

• Palate

  On the palate, the Essentiel cuvée reveals a harmonious texture, combining freshness and structure. Flavors of quince compote and ripe fruit blend with lively acidity, leaving a long, balanced finish.

Serving suggestions

Appetizers

• Champagne lentil verrine with shallot vinaigrette
• Grilled shrimp skewers with lemon
• Cheese gougères

Main dishes

• Turbot with white butter sauce
• Scallops and creamy parmesan risotto
• Free-range poultry with root vegetables

Desserts

• Pear and almond tart
• Vanilla crème brûlée
• Pistachio macaroons

The price of a bottle of Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck

The price of a bottle of Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck is 41,50 €. This price reflects the excellence of the Piper-Heidsieck House's expertise and the impeccable quality of this Extra-Brut cuvée. Finding a champagne of this finesse at such a competitive price is not common. This champagne offers exceptional value for money for connoisseurs and lovers of fine vintages.

Reviews of the Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck cuvée

Reviews of the Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck cuvée are very positive. Customers particularly praise its perfect balance and complex aromatic profile. Many also highlight its ability to enhance a gourmet meal. To discover all the reviews, visit Reviews of Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck.

Storing Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck

To store your bottle of Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck in the best conditions, it is advisable to keep it in a cool, dark place at a stable temperature. This cuvée can be kept for several years, allowing the aromas to gain complexity over time.

The Piper-Heidsieck style

Founded in 1785, Piper-Heidsieck is renowned for its distinctive style, which combines inventiveness and tradition. Pinot Noir, a grape variety with red fruit aromas, truly embodies the identity and style of the house. The significant proportion of reserve wines in the blends is also a hallmark of the Piper style! Under the direction of Cellar Master Emilien Boutillat, each cuvée is crafted with a commitment to excellence, as evidenced by this Essentiel cuvée.