Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Cuvee Brut, Champagne

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Cuvée Brut is a refined, extra-aged Champagne crafted for those who appreciate precision, structure, and depth in their bubbles. Positioned above the house’s signature Brut NV, Essentiel is a more serious, gastronomic expression—blended from select parcels and aged longer on lees to build texture, complexity, and poise. It's a Champagne that balances elegance and freshness with subtle richness, making it ideal for both celebration and serious food pairing.

Made predominantly from Pinot Noir, with Chardonnay and Meunier adding finesse and fruit, the Essentiel blend includes a high proportion of reserve wines and sees a longer maturation than standard non-vintage Champagne. It is dosed at a lower Brut level (around 5g/L), highlighting the purity and tension of the wine without sacrificing harmony.

In the glass, it offers precise aromas of crisp apple, citrus peel, toasted brioche, almond, and a hint of chalk. The palate is sleek and vibrant, with fine mousse, saline minerality, and a long, dry finish marked by lemon curd and subtle spice. The extra lees ageing adds a creamy mouthfeel and savoury depth that set it apart from more fruit-forward styles.

Ideal with oysters, sashimi, triple cream cheese, or even roast poultry, Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Cuvée Brut is an elevated Champagne that delivers both energy and elegance.