2012 Piper-Heidsieck Brut Champagne

“Chef de cave Emilien Boutillat supervised the sourcing of grapes for the 2012 from 12 different plots, two-thirds of which are designated as either premier cru or grand cru. In this vintage, the blend is made up of slightly more than half Pinot Noir with Chardonnay and 8g/L dosage. Simon Field MW: An accomplished, rigorous blend; persistent, complete and impressive length – nougat, lemongrass, finely etched finish. Alan Bednarski: Candied lemons and blueberry pie with some sweet citrus candies, the dosage leaving a touch of sweetness on the finish. Tim Hall: A creamy overlay to the citrus start. A cool continuation of fern and green forest and a good pure texture, too. (Panel Tasting)” (09/2021)

“Based on 52% Pinot Noir and 48% Chardonnay, with 10 grams of dosage, the 2012 Champagne offers a beautifully layered, rich style with loads of brioche and orchard fruits, medium-bodied richness and depth, good acidity, and a clean finish. It's a layered, pure, classic Champagne that’s well worth seeking out. It’s a solid step up over the Cuvée Brut.” (11/2019)

“Unfurling in the glass with incipiently complex aromas of citrus oil, wheat toast, fresh peach and crisp orchard fruit, the newly released 2012 Vintage Brut is full-bodied, deep and tightly wound, with excellent concentration, racy acids and a fine mousse, concluding with a long and penetrating finish. Even though it's still a little reserved after its recent disgorgement. (WK) 93+” (08/2019)

“A vintage wine, this hints of maturity while preserving a fresh core of balanced fruit and texture. Almost equally balanced between Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the wine brings together structure and minerality to sustain the fruit. *Editors' Choice* (RV)” (12/2019)

“A crowd-pleasing example, showing overall balance and integration, with lightly mouthwatering acidity and a creamy texture married to an appealing mix of white cherry, almond biscotti, lemon curd and anise flavors. A lovely streak of spicy minerality drives the long finish. (AN)” (12/2019)