COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Charles Heidsieck
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Founded in 1851 by the visionary Charles-Camille Heidsieck, known historically as 'Champagne Charlie,' this iconic Maison is the smallest of the Grandes Marques. Located in Reims, the house has established a legendary reputation for its uncompromising commitment to quality and its unique, deep chalk cellars (Crayères) dating back to the 2nd century. Charles Heidsieck is celebrated for its exceptionally high proportion of reserve wines, which gives this non-vintage cuvée its signature complexity, depth, and voluptuous character, making it a favorite among sommeliers and wine connoisseurs worldwide.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Founder Charles-Camille Heidsieck was the original 'Champagne Charlie,' famously popularizing Champagne in the United States in the 1850s.
Fact 02
This Brut Réserve contains an astonishing 40% reserve wines, aged up to 15 years, giving it unparalleled depth and complexity.
Fact 03
The wines are aged in ancient Gallo-Roman chalk cellars (Crayères) that maintain a constant, perfect temperature of 10°C.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Brut Réserve is a masterclass in blending, composed of equal parts Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Crucially, the blend incorporates 40% of reserve wines, with an average age of 10 years, sourced from the finest crus. This exceptionally high percentage of aged reserve wines is a signature of the house. The wine undergoes slow fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation to enhance texture. It is aged on its lees for a minimum of 3 to 4 years in the historic Gallo-Roman chalk cellars, far exceeding the legal requirement of 15 months.
