NV Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve Champagne – buy online

WHO?

Charles Heidsieck is one of the most awarded wines in the world, backed by one of the most renowned winemaking teams in Champagne – chosen 15 times for the prestigious title of ‘Sparkling Winemaker of the Year’. Established in 1851 by a man who introduced champagne to America and became known as ‘Champagne Charlie’.

WHERE?

The grapes are selected from 60 specific positions, but the majority comes from the iconic Oger vineyard, where Chardonnay is renowned for its texture, floral component, and aging potential. Pinot Noir from Ambonnay provides strength, vinous character, and fruitiness, while Pinot Meunier from Verneuil rounds out the ensemble with acidity, body, and aromatic complexity.

WHY?

There’s no shortcut to quality. Undoubtedly the most prestigious NV champagne on the market. 40% (the maximum allowed) of the total blend is reserved for reserve wines with an average age of 10 years, which are blended with the base wine and later matured for a minimum of 5 years in their own cellars in the so-called “crayeres” dating back to the 4th century.

WINNER – The Wine Merchant Top 100 2016

GOLD MEDAL – International Wine Challenge 2016