Champagne Rosé Millésimé 2008 – Charles Heidsieck (Gift Box)

After the first fermentation, the Champagne Rosé Millésimé Charles Heidsieck was racked to separate the lees and then underwent malolactic fermentation to soften the natural acidity. 8% of the blend was vinifed as a red wine. After blending, the cuvée was bottled and selected yeast added to begin the second fermentation. The bottles were placed in the cellar at a temperature of about 10°C to age for a minimum of 10 years before release.

This rosé was made from a selection of 11 Grand and Premier Crus across Champagne. The Chardonnay was picked from Oger, Cuis, Chouilly and Vertus – all mainstays in the classic Charles Heidsieck blends. Key vineyards for the Pinot Noir were Avenay, Tauxières, Ambonnay, Verzy, Ay and Les Riceys.

Charles Heidsieck is one of the most admired Champagne houses thanks to the unrivalled and consistently high quality of its wines. Founded in 1851 by the man who would become known as ‘Champagne Charlie’, this family-owned house is the smallest of the Grandes Marques. Their size, and commitment to excellence, has been underpinned by a winemaking team that between them have been named ‘Sparkling Winemaker of the Year’ at the International Wine Challenge 16 times.