Charles Heidsieck Champagne Charlie 2017 gift box is an exceptional offering from a prestigious Champagne house established in 1851. Renowned for its outstanding reserve wine cellars, Charles Heidsieck prioritizes complexity and depth in its cuvées, favoring long lees ageing over youthful freshness. The Champagne Charlie cuvée serves as a heartfelt homage to the founder, Charles-Camille Heidsieck, relaunching to celebrate his bicentennial birth anniversary.
This exquisite release, cellared in 2017, encapsulates a multi-vintage blend, prominently featuring an incredible 80% of matured reserve wines — some aged on lees for as long as 25 years. It is expertly combined with 20% base wine from the 2016 harvest, utilizing a balanced proportion of 52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir, a formulation curated under the expertise of former Cellar Master Cyril Brun. Each bottle of this limited release is elegantly presented in the iconic Charles Heidsieck gift box, making it a perfect choice for gifting.
Visually, it captivates with a luminous pale gold hue and fine, silky effervescence that dances gracefully in the glass. The aromatic profile unfolds with enticing notes of roasted pineapple, refreshing grapefruit, and the mineral character of crushed limestone, progressing into layers of stone fruit, warm brioche, and delicate sweet spices. On the palate, Charles Heidsieck Champagne Charlie 2017 gift box harmonizes youthful freshness with a luxurious, satiny texture, complemented by candied citrus and lively passionfruit. This intricate flavor profile is further balanced by vibrant acidity and concludes with a long, saline finish, embodying the signature character of the house.
Region: Champagne, France | Grape: 52% Chardonnay, 48% Pinot Noir | Cellared: 2017 | ABV: 12% | Size: 750ml (Gift Box)
