Several fine bubble streams. Light pink, in color. Rose, tangerine, pear, peach, strawberry, raspberry, rhubarb, brioche, chalk, saline, mineral. Red fruit, chalk, on a lasting finish.
Base wine: 2013
Consume: now-2040
Price: this bottle is currently selling for $52.
Score: 91 points
Charles Heidsieck
The house was founded in 1851, by the French champagne maker Charles Camille Heidsieck, who became known as Champagne Charlie. Based in the Reims region of Champagne.
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