Grand Cinema
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of release to appreciate its vibrant freshness and crisp fruit profile.
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Fresh oysters, roasted chicken, triple-cream cheese
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Piper-Heidsieck's Grand Cinema edition is a celebratory release of the house's signature Cuvée Brut, paying homage to its long-standing and glamorous relationship with the silver screen. This cinematic love affair began in 1933 when a bottle of Piper-Heidsieck made an appearance in Laurel and Hardy's film Sons of the Desert, and was later immortalized by Marilyn Monroe, who famously claimed she started her days with a glass of this very Champagne. Structured primarily around Pinot Noir sourced from premier and grand cru vineyards, with supporting roles played by Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, this non-vintage blend incorporates a significant proportion of reserve wines to ensure consistency and depth. It is crafted using the traditional method, aging on its lees to develop a harmonious balance of fresh pear, white peach, and toasted brioche notes.
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Founded in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck in Reims, Piper-Heidsieck is one of the oldest and most prestigious Champagne houses in France. Currently owned by the EPI Group, the house is celebrated for its rich heritage, which includes being selected by Queen Marie Antoinette and later becoming a favorite of Marilyn Monroe. Under the guidance of acclaimed Chef de Cave Émilien Boutillat, Piper-Heidsieck focuses on crafting structured, elegant Champagnes with a strong emphasis on Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier sourced from premier and grand cru vineyards. The house is globally renowned for its signature non-vintage Brut, the vibrant Rosé Sauvage, and exceptional vintage cuvées that balance freshness with complexity.