"Issuing entirely from the 2019 vintage, Piper-Heidsieck’s new NV Extra-Brut Blanc de Noirs Essentiel, disgorged in March 2023 with a dosage of five grams per liter, has turned out very well. Drawn from vineyards across the Montagne de Reims, the Marne Valley and the Côte des Bar—an assemblage of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Pinot Meunier—it opens with captivating aromas of orange zest, cherry and nashi pear, mingling with quince and a subtle touch of smoky reduction. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and fleshy, balancing the vintage’s ripeness with invigorating tension. Enlivened by a pillowy mousse, it is laden with succulent but vibrant acids that carry the wine to a lingering, mouthwatering finish. This cuvée reflects a step forward in viticulture; though not certified organic, the fruit is sourced from largely thoughtfully farmed vineyards."

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"A bold, toasted style with cotton-candy and roasted-walnut aromas, baked apples and tarte tatin with a whiff of butter. Frothy bubbles at first, becoming creamier. Medium-bodied, showing refreshing acidity and stone-fruit flavors. Drink now."

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"Lemon verbena and orchard fruit temper savoury marmite interest leading into citrus driven freshness with autolytic complexity and decent length."

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"Vintage Classic Blend Champagne Trophy. A seamless blend of Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir from an understated vintage, this has now come into its own. Salty, mineral and moreish with brioche and hazelnut flavours, vivid acidity and an energetic finish."

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"A blend of Pinot Noir and Meunier, this Champagne has an enticing white fruit aroma and lightly spicy flavor. It is a tangy wine, textured with layers of acidity and citrus flavors."

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"Gunpowder and cotton candy with strawberries, walnuts and lemon zest. Super-tense, medium-bodied palate with lengthy, medium-sized bubbles, crisp acidity and a polished finish."

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"Floral cherry notes lead to a palate of crisp apple, cranberry juice and a zesty, fresh lemon acidity."

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"Rich, floral and concentrated. Fresh red berries and balanced autolysis notes on the nose. Precise and linear on the palate, showing ripe stone fruits and citrus, with a harmonious mousse."

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"A well-knit version, with a fine, plush texture and lemony acidity layered with flavors of crushed black currant, chopped almond, preserved lemon and toast point. Long and elegant on the fresh finish. Pinot Noir and Meunier. Disgorged March 2023. Drink now through 2028."

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