Piper Heidsieck, Rare

Piper Heidsieck, RareA beautifully bright and expressive Champagne, with precision and vivid acidity throughout; roasted coffee bean and graphite notes lead to a rich palate of toasted brioche, crystallized honey, bergamot and crme de cassis. Exotic ground spice details of cardamom, ginger and anise show on the finish. Tasted from magnum. Drink now through 2030. 15 cases imported. AN

There is a top note of kirsch to the earthier and spicier aromas of red and dark berry liqueur

grainy tannins with oodles of freshness and epic persistence

fruitcake and sandalwood over a core of preserved plums

dazzling intensity and remarkable richness

Masseria is always delicate and fine

the 2008 is quite a bit less tannic than some recent vintages have been

spice and smoked tea aromas

and plenty of tannin lurking behind the cascade of fruit

but slightly underwhelming considering the provenance

At first rich and vinous on the palate

The oak portion is 60% new

harvest September 23 to 30