2013 | Piper-Heidsieck Rare Brut Millesime | Champagne Espelt all-purpose libation that you would

all-purpose libation that you would expect to be served from a carafe in a homey little family-run joint along a winding country road

Super-ripe red cherry

this wine is all about the tannins that dominate the black fruits

lingers for a long time

2013 | Piper-Heidsieck Rare Brut Millesime | Champagne Espelt all-purpose libation that you wouldOriginally a part of the legendary Piper Heidsieck Champagne house, Rare is moving their Champagne Millsime to a new brand and want it to stand alone. (Think Delamotte and Salon.) The 13th vintage for this cuve, the 2013 Champagne Millsime is a blend is 70% Chardonnay with the rest Pinot Noir, with the majority of the blend coming from the Montagne de Reims Grand Cru and Premier Cru. A bright yellow hue, its aromatics are exquisite and well balanced,