Piper Heidsieck Cuvee Brut Champagne NV
(Champagne, France) - [WS 92, #95 Top 100 of 2019] [WE 91]

Notes From The Winemaker:
The majority of the blend of Piper-Heidsieck signature Cuvee Brut is composed of Pinot Noir. Hand selected parcels of Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay also play important roles in the elaboration of this well-balanced cuvee. Selected reserve wines from preceding years are incorporated into the blend to ensure consistency of style year after year. The blend is aged for minimum 24 months on the lees before release.

Palate: A structured, full-bodied and franc wine. A juicy, fleshy pear and golden grape texture. The finish narrows to citrus and grapefruit flavors. A wine with great fruit, a good mouthfeel and a harmonious balance.

92 Points & #95 Top 100 Wines of 2019 - Wine Spectator:
"Lithe and vibrant, this graceful Champagne is driven by well-knit, racy acidity, carrying flavors of ripe black cherry, grated ginger, toast point and mineral on the satiny mousse." AN 

90 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:
"Piper's nonvintage Champagne is balanced, fruity, fresh and elegant. It is both ripe and crisp with apple fruits, a mineral edge and final fruitiness. Drink now." - RV (12/1/2019)

90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:
"A bright yellow color, the NV Champagne Cuvee Brut is generous and classic on the nose with notes of toasted brioche, buttered citrus, and caramel red apples. It fills the palate with a pillowing mousse, and its ripe profile becomes more savory through the finish. This solid and highly charming cuvée wou;d be perfect for parties and as an aperitif to enjoy over the near-term."

90 Points - James Suckling:
"Croissants, sliced apples and lemon pastries on the nose of this creamy Champagne. It’s rounded and soft with attractive pastry character. Drink now."