Wine Article

[From producer website] The majority of the blend of Piper-Heidsieck signature Cuvée Brut is composed of Pinor Noir. Hand selected parcels of Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay also play important roles in the elaboration of this well-balanced cuvée. 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. The nose is reminiscent of a bright, fresh morning during the early days of May. Notes of citrus, pear, Granny Smith apple and subtle hints of warm toastiness follow spring blossoms such as hawthorn. The palate is lively and fresh with more mature or pineapple, nutmeg, white pepper and Oriental zest.