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Piper-Heidsieck Rare Brut Millesime 2002
S$485.00
A Champagne of Unmatched Elegance and Complexity
A quietly luxurious Champagne that whispers elegance rather than shouting power, offering a beautifully layered expression of maturity and precision. Golden-hued and refined, it unfolds with aromas of toasted brioche, almond cream, citrus peel, and delicate honey, carried by a silky mousse and lifted by vibrant acidity. The palate is poised and seamless, balancing richness with chalky minerality and a long, graceful finish that lingers with savory depth. At its peak today, Rare 2002 is a Champagne for unhurried moments—sophisticated, confident, and effortlessly timeless.
Ratings: WS: 97 | RP: 95 | JS: 98
Quantity
Only 2 left in stock
Wine Information
Country: France
Region: Champagne
Type: Champagne
Winery: Piper-Heidsieck
Vintage: 2002
Size: 0.75
Tasting Notes
Shows a beautifully mature yet still vibrant profile, opening with aromas of toasted brioche, almond cream, and hazelnut, layered with ripe citrus peel, baked apple, white peach, and a touch of acacia honey. On the palate it is refined and precise, with a silky mousse, bright acidity, and a mineral backbone that keeps the richness in check. Notes of lemon curd, pastry, gentle spice, and subtle smokiness unfold toward a long, elegant finish marked by chalky minerality and savory depth.
Pairings
Pairs beautifully with refined, buttery, and umami-driven dishes that echo its maturity and finesse, such as butter-poached lobster, scallops with brown butter or light truffle sauce, turbot or sole meunière, roast chicken or guinea fowl with herbs, and veal or sweetbreads with mushroom cream. It also shines with luxury pairings like caviar with blinis and crème fraîche, white truffle risotto, or foie gras prepared in a savory (not sweet) style, while aged Alpine cheeses like Comté or Gruyère co
Decant
Not necessary. Decanting is optional but can be beneficial for this mature Champagne: a very gentle splash decant of 10–20 minutes in a small carafe (or even a wide glass) can help soften the mousse and open up its toasted, nutty, and mineral complexity, especially if just opened or served slightly cool.
Drinking Window
Now through 2028–2030. The wine is at a lovely peak today, showing full tertiary complexity—brioche, nuts, honey, and chalky minerality—while still holding enough acidity to age a few more years in good storage. For maximum freshness and elegance, drink within the next 3–5 years
Notes
With Gift Box
