Millésime

Rating: 96
Author: Gault&Millau

Rare

96 / 100 Champagne

Vintage : 2008

Type : Brut

Classification : Blanc

Color :

Effervescent blanc

Budget : More than €120

Gault&Millau's review 2024

A fine balance between fresh notes (candied grapefruit, bitter orange zest) and more evolved ones (acacia honey, vanilla cream). A floral touch follows, like dried rose petals and iris root. Delicate on the palate! The bubbles are present, but not aggressive. The slightly honeyed sweetness of lime blossom is counterbalanced by candied lemon and more citrusy notes of wild fennel. The smoothness is there, without smothering the substance. The finish is barely marked by a few counterpoint bitters.

Rare Millésime

96 / 100 Champagne

Vintage : 2008

Type : Brut

Classification : Blanc

Varieties :

Chardonnay 70%

Pinot noir 30%

Budget : More than €120

Gault&Millau's review 2024

Brand : Rare

Name : Millésime

Region : Assemblage de plusieurs sous-régions

Type : Brut

Classification : Blanc

Appellation : Champagne

Year : 2008

Varieties :

Chardonnay 70%

Pinot noir 30%

Color :

Effervescent blanc

Budget : More than €120

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Rare Champagne

Fifty years ago, Rare Champagne was launched in Reims and was long considered the jewel in Piper-Heidsieck’s crown before becoming a brand in its own right. One of its distinctive features? Rare and limited-edition releases, depending on weather conditions and the quality of the grapes. As a result, in 50 years, only about fifteen vintages have been released—always in limited quantities and in bottles designed by renowned artists. While the bottle catches the eye, the contents reflect the masterful blending—primarily featuring Chardonnay from the Montagne de Reims, complemented by Pinot Noir.

Production Champagne VDC, HVE

Services On-site sale, Organized visits

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