COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Charles Heidsieck
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs Brut is a non-vintage Champagne crafted exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, adhering to the 'Blanc de Blancs' style. The historic Champagne house of Charles Heidsieck, founded in 1851, is known for its commitment to quality and its deep, ancient cellars. The wine originates from the Champagne AOC in France, a region renowned for its chalky soils that are particularly suited for Chardonnay cultivation.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Blanc de Blancs means 'white from whites,' signifying 100% Chardonnay.
Fact 02
The house cellars are ancient Roman chalk quarries.
Fact 03
Charles Heidsieck was a pioneer in exporting Champagne.
Fact 04
NV Champagnes blend wines from multiple vintages for consistency.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs Brut involves a primary fermentation, typically in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels, to create a still wine. This is followed by the secondary fermentation in the bottle, a process known as the traditional method or 'méthode champenoise,' which creates the effervescence. The wine then undergoes an extended aging period on its lees for a minimum of 12 months, contributing to its complex character. Following aging, the lees are removed through riddling and disgorgement, and a dosage of wine and sugar is added to determine the final sweetness level.
