Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Millénaires 1996 75 cl. with gift box
Very rare release
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First official release of Blanc des Millénaires 1996 from Charles Heidsieck!
Blanc des Millénaires 1996 is the epitome of patience, reflecting years of careful craftsmanship and dedication.
Experiencing the Charles Heidsieck Crayères Collection is like traveling back in time through legendary wines. Only 4,000 bottles of this vintage remain today. They are aged for several decades in the silence of the house's deep historic cellars: the thousand-year-old Crayères from which this cuvée takes its name.
Vintage 1996
The vintage was characterized by almost ideal weather conditions throughout the growing season, with optimal sunshine and moderate temperatures throughout the summer. The harvest was characterized by optimal ripeness, intense freshness and flavor concentration. 1996 is unanimously recognized as one of the greatest vintages in Champagne. After nearly a quarter of a century of maturation, Blanc des Millénaires 1996 finally reveals its greatness.
Technical information
100% Chardonnay
A careful selection of 5 Crus from the Côte des Blancs
Crus: Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Avize, Cramant and Vertus
Stored for 24 years in Charles Heidsieck's chalk cellars
Disgorged: 2021
Dosage: 9g/l
Flavor profile
• Warm and rich
• Pecans, saffron and warm butter
• Candied mandarin flowers
• Hints of smokiness and black tea
• Aromatic, powerful and intense finish
19+/20 Nick Baker
"With such long reading time the fruit profile has transitioned to dried fruits like mandarin, grapefruit, lemon and then behind you see more savory charm like saffron, butter, along with hints of smoke and black tea. Five minutes later you see lots of aromatics like walking through a scented rose garden and hints of Turkish delight. The palate as expected is fresh, with great length and soft textured from the long lees time. A fascinating glimpse into Daniel Thibault's experimental vintage and this is well worth the wait. Perfect now and enjoy for 5+ years.” thefinestbubble.com, Christmas 2024
Stored for 24 years in Charles Heidsieck's chalk cellars
Frequently asked questions
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Collect for free in our store:
Our store is located at Gothersgade 135 at etc. 1123 København K and is open Monday-Friday at 11:00-17:00.
You are welcome to shop directly in our store at the same prices as online. You are also welcome to order online and then collect your order.
How do I send a gift?
It's that easy:
1. Go to the product that you want to give.
2. Tick gift wrapping above add the product to the basket.
3. The basket opens automatically - press "Write to and from card and delivery date if necessary".
4. Write your greeting (remember to write sender) and possibly desired delivery date.
5. Go to secure payment where you enter the recipient's address
Can I get a discount for 6 bottles?
Yes!
Many of our products can be bought in whole boxes, we call that buying by box. Here we give you great volume discounts. Find them here
