Piper-Heidsieck • Champagne, France
Rare (formerly Piper-Heidsieck Rare) is the house’s jeweled prestige cuvée, produced only in exceptional vintages from a…Rare (formerly Piper-Heidsieck Rare) is the house’s jeweled prestige cuvée, produced only in exceptional vintages from a Chardonnay-dominant blend with Pinot Noir, and long-aged to emphasize tension, finesse, and longevity. Born from an exp…Learn More »
$245
/750ml
2012 Retail Average
96
/100
2012 Pro Rating
Energy and opulence are beautifully intertwined in Piper-Heidsieck Rare 2012, with layers of ripe pineapple, orange zest and golden stone fruit wrapped in notes of toasted brioche, grilled nuts and honey. The palate is powerful yet superbly poised, carried by a fine, silky mousse and bright citrus-driven acidity that stretch the finish out in a long, savory, gently spicy glow. This vintage stands out for its ripeness and depth without heaviness, already seductive but clearly built for a long life in bottle.
Lobster thermidor; Roast chicken with morel cream sauce; Aged Comté or Gruyère
Rare (formerly Piper-Heidsieck Rare) is the house’s jeweled prestige cuvée, produced only in exceptional vintages from a Chardonnay-dominant blend with Pinot Noir, and long-aged to emphasize tension, finesse, and longevity. Born from an experimental 1976 heatwave harvest and inspired by a historic Fabergé-designed centenary bottle, it is now bottled under its own Rare Champagne label, celebrated for its intricate gold “crown” presentation and its refined, mineral-driven, creamy style that showcases top crus of Champagne, especially from the Mon…