Holiday time = Champagne! The most wonderful time of year means that it's time to fill the ice bucket with delicious Champagne! Champagne’s 2008 vintage has become the most sought-after since the epic 1996 vintage, and demand has been off the charts. Prices are still relatively low for this brilliant, A+ vintage, but not for long. Any lover of Champagne must try this vintage!
2008 Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Rare is a special Champagne from this vintage that’s perfect to enjoy this holiday season. “Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Rare is one of the most sublime and pleasurable micro tête de cuvées from a massive Champagne house. It stands tall next to Cristal, Dom Perignon and Krug. Blow your friends away with something they know, but don't really understand, yet... It’s so rare; many people haven’t heard of it, and it’s a stunning Champagne.” - Dave Sokolin
After tasting with our team, this is without question, the best vintage ever for Piper's Cuvee Rare Champagne. Wine Spectator seems to agree as it is tied for the top rated Champagne of the vintage with 2008 Louis Roederer Cristal that sells for $300+ / bottle! 2008 Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Rare is priced much less at $195 / bottle, and this vintage rules!
This 97 point bubbly is drinking well now - 2035. It’s a blend of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir. “Like a stallion out of the gate, this shows an initial explosion of power, in the form of mouthwatering flavors and fine texture, before quickly settling into an elegant gait. The racy acidity is seamlessly knit, buoying the lacy mousse and flavors of cassis, toasted brioche and tangerine, with accents of candied ginger, hazelnut and fleur de sel lingering on the long, creamy finish…” - Wine Spectator
Wherever 2008 Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Rare is served, it will surely be noticed and adored.
This gorgeous Champagne also makes a great holiday gift! Pop, fizz, clink!
Cheers!