{"product_id":"charles-heidsieck-champagne-charlie-brut-2020","title":"Charles Heidsieck Champagne Charlie Brut 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA legendary prestige Champagne combining the depth of mature reserve wines with a powerful, creamy texture.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Heidsieck Champagne Charlie Brut Cellared in 2020 pays tribute to the adventurous founder whose nickname became synonymous with Champagne. This prestige cuvée follows the original Charlie releases of 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983 and 1985. The 2020 designation records when the wine entered the cellars, rather than identifying a single harvest. Its blend comprises 66% Chardonnay and 34% Pinot Noir, combining wines from 2019 with mature reserves selected for their character and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house’s approach places blending and patient maturation at the centre of the wine’s identity. Reserve wines account for close to 55% of this release, with the remainder drawn from 2019. These older components bring depth and layered flavours to a wine with an expansive, creamy palate. Cocoa, pastry, yellow fruit and floral nuances lead towards liquorice and bitter orange on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Powerful, complex and fruit-rich\u003cbr\u003eCocoa, chocolate and pastry mingle with apricot, plum, peach, blackcurrant and blackberry, followed by peony, vanilla flower and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Full-bodied, creamy and layered\u003cbr\u003eA powerful opening develops into a broad, melting texture, carrying the fruit, floral and spicy complexity through a generous palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Expressive and lingering\u003cbr\u003eLiquorice and bitter orange accents persist alongside a subtle woody nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eCaptivating aromas of white peach and green apple unfold into wildflowers, light toffee, macadamia and a delicate mineral vein. The palate is precise, with poised orchard fruit that gains weight and intensity with aeration. A subtle toasty layer emerges adding depth, while bright acidity carries a long, chalky finish. Approachable with a brief decant, yet built to age. Ideal alongside butter-poached lobster to showcase its richness.\u003c\/em\u003e\" - Anna-Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast, 98 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - Charles Heidsieck \u003cbr\u003eVintage – 2020 \u003cbr\u003eRegion - Champagne \u003cbr\u003eCountry - France \u003cbr\u003eSize- 750ml \u003cbr\u003eTier - Prestige Cuvée \u003cbr\u003eABV - 12.00%\u003cbr\u003eDosage - Brut\u003cbr\u003eDisgorgement date - 2024 \u003cbr\u003eGrape Blend \/ Cépage - 66% Chardonnay, 34% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charles Heidsieck","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44614942687319,"sku":"CH-CHAR-20","price":949.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/326cfe91-0194-441c-b7f2-f2de5e099466.webp?v=1793858553","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/charles-heidsieck-champagne-charlie-brut-2020","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}