NV Champagne Cuvée Brut, Piper-Heidsieck

• Style: Rounded, vibrant non-vintage Brut
• Taste: Almonds, hazelnuts, orchard fruit with bright citrus and subtle weight
• Food: Shellfish, white fish, sushi, aged cheese, salads
• Occasion: Aperitif, date night, celebration, gifting
• Serve: Chilled; 12% ABV, 9.2g/L residual sugar

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Pale gold and immediately inviting, this cuvée opens with almond and hazelnut on the nose, followed by fresh pear, apple, and a whisper of citrus. The palate is lively and bright, yet the 50% Pinot Noir in the blend anchors it with subtle weight and richness—nothing austere, nothing flabby. At 12% ABV and just 9.2g/L residual sugar, it sits firmly in dry territory, making it genuinely versatile at table or as an aperitif.

The Winery — Piper-Heidsieck

Established in 1785, Piper-Heidsieck has long embodied a forward-thinking, pioneering spirit that continues to define its work today. The house holds the record for most awards among Champagne producers over the last century. Since 2018, chief winemaker Émilien Boutillat—one of Champagne's youngest in the role—has elevated standards even further, earning recognition as Sparkling Winemaker of the Year by the IWC in 2023 and 2021. The house sources from 100 vineyard plots across Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, Aube, and Vallée de la Marne, ageing this cuvée for three years on its lees before disgorgement. Twenty percent reserve wines anchor the final blend, ensuring consistency and depth. In 2022, Piper-Heidsieck became one of the first Champagne houses to achieve B Corp Certification, reflecting an ongoing commitment to sustainability and positive social and environmental impact.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

This is a wine that works as an aperitif but excels alongside a meal—its balance makes it equally at home with smoked salmon, sautéed mushrooms, or even creamy first courses. Pair with shellfish and crustaceans, white fish, sushi and raw fish, hard and aged cheeses, or light salads. The pedigree and refinement here justify its place at any celebration, date night, or gifting occasion. Explore our Champagne collection to discover other selections from this historic region, or browse our Sparkling Wine range. For those interested in the Pinot Noir backbone of this blend, our Pinot Noir section offers further exploration of this versatile varietal.