Brut Réserve

Bright, rich golden yellow in colour. Complex aromas of caramel cream, fresh café au lait, yeast plait and candied citrus fruit, as well as ripe stone fruit and a hint of vanilla. Full of tension on the palate with an interplay of full-bodied, mineral texture, balanced dosage and a juicy fresh kick of lime in behind the silky mousse. Creamy and salty on the finish, reminiscent of white nougat. Remarkable length.

Change is part of Charles Heidsieck’s Brut Réserve formula. The new blend deals with about 60 parcels, down from 120 to better focus the complexity. Some 40 percent of reserve wines aged from five to 15 years make this wine the star it is. It is slightly darker now but still lively and fresh. It has a nutty brioche nose with baked apple, honey and cream aromas. The palate is elegant and lively with a fine mousse and spicy, citrus, juicy baked apple/cherry/tropical fruit flavours. The balance is perfect, with lots of bottle development in the finish. Impressive fresh, mouth-filling bubble that over-delivers for the price.