Piper-Heidsieck Rare Champagne : Rare Millesime 2013 with Gift Box   (75cl / 12%)
FROM MARIE-ANTOINETTE TO FABERGE
To mark the centenary of the presentation of the first prestigious cuvée by Piper-Heidsieck to Marie-Antoinette, Queen of France, the House produced a limited series of bottles in 1885: La Cuvée du Centenaire (the centenary vintage). This could be considered as the origin of Rare Champagne. In honour of the occasion, Pierre-Karl Faberge, jeweller to the Czar Alexander III, designed a spectacular enamelled bottle. Unfortunately, it was impossible to reproduce this decor with the techniques of the time. A label with a faithful reproduction of the design was therefore placed on the bottles of this exclusive edition.
DAZZLING
Rare Millesime 2013 expresses the house’s signature, blending minerality with a tropical twist, in two stages. Despite its initially reserved appearance, this vintage unfurls delicious notes of pastries and spices in a saline tension that is both noble and full-bodied.
 
- On the Eye
INTENSELY BRIGHT
The effervescence of Rare Millesime 2013 is tinged with an intensely bright, light golden colour.
 
- On the Nose
FLORAL AND SPICED
The nose, at first subtle and clean, emerges in two stages combining tonicity and elegance. It all begins with the delicacy of white flowers, a hint of black tea and touches of citrus, kiwi and kumquat. On the second nose, notes of lime blossom, green tea and fern give way to aromas of white fruits such as greengage plums. Touches of chestnut honey, sweet spices, vanilla and marzipan round off the wine’s rich bouquet.
 
- On the Palate
AROMATIC AND SMOKY
The dual personality of Rare Millesime 2013 is confirmed in the mouth: smooth and vibrant, indulgent and dynamic. Its full-bodied attack reveals hints of meringue, whipped cream and marzipan. Kumquat, blood orange and kiwi then provide a refreshing tonicity. On the finish, the comforting texture of Rare Millesime 2013 appears as an aromatic and smoky indulgence punctuated by a freshness and a subtle bitterness. Rare Champagne’s iconic signature of tropic minerality is expressed differently in Rare Millésime 2013, extended by a plump and prolonged aftertaste.
 
-  Aging potential
Dazzling until 2040, resplendent thereafter.
 
-  Awards
.01 International Wine Challenge 95/100 2024
.02 The Drinks Business Champagne Masters Master 2024
.03 JEB DUNNUCK 98/100 2023
.04 Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championship GOLD 2023
.05 Bettane & Desseauve 97/100 2023
.06 JAMES SUCKLING 96/100 2023
.07 DECANTER 96/100 2023
.08 Wine Enthusiast 95/100 2023
.09 Wine Spectator 95/100 2023
.10 Wine Advocate 93 2023
 
-  Rare Champagne Pairings
Seafood platter
Roasted scallops, kumquats and pomegranate with coriander, accompanied by an apple, lemon and ginger jus
“Aguachile” seabass tartare, kiwi, cucumber
John Dory ceviche, pomegranate, olive oil and lemon
Lentil dahl, minted yogurt
Lemon sorbet
 
Technicals Details
Varieties: 70% Chardonnay
                    30% Pinot noir