{"product_id":"charles-heidsieck-brut-reserve-champagne","title":"Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Special Edition Champagne NV 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eThis is one of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"520\"\u003emost complete and layered non-vintage Champagnes on the market\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Special Edition amplifies the house style—rich, textured, and deeply complex—thanks to an unusually high proportion of aged reserve wines. A serious Champagne that drinks like a vintage cuvée at a far more accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19kdj9x\" data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eProduced in Reims by Charles Heidsieck, a historic house founded in 1851 and known for its meticulous blending and aging philosophy, this cuvée is built for depth and consistency. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eThe blend is based on the classic Champagne trio:\u003cbr data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003e– \u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003ePinot Noir (structure and body)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e– \u003cstrong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eChardonnay (freshness and elegance)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e– \u003cstrong data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003ePinot Meunier (fruit and approachability)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eWhat sets this wine apart is its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eexceptionally high proportion of reserve wines—up to 50%, some aged for decades\u003c\/strong\u003e, which adds remarkable complexity and maturity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eThe wine is aged for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e3–4 years on lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, far exceeding minimum requirements, and finished with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003emoderate Brut dosage (~7 g\/L)\u003c\/strong\u003e to balance richness with freshness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eThe “Special Edition” designation highlights a curated release of this flagship cuvée, often with unique packaging or selection emphasis, while maintaining the core Brut Réserve identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bcw1a1\" data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Really fine bubbles. Extremely intense, showing dried apples, peaches and light apricots with brioche and pie crust. Medium-bodied with a creamy texture and a long, long finish. Very subtle. A blend of pinot noir, chardonnay and pinot meunier.\" \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling 95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eRich and smoky, offering fine texture and racy acidity with tightly knit flavors of toasted brioche, lemon meringue pie, roasted hazelnut, fresh ginger and ripe black cherry. This shows lovely length and focus.\" \u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFresh and fruity while also rich and full in the mouth, this is a superbly balanced nonvintage selection. It is not quite dry with its apple and citrus fruits both given some softness.\" \u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1quo74s\" data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eBrioche, toasted nuts, honeysuckle, and ripe yellow fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eLayered and creamy, with apricot, peach, citrus, and subtle cocoa and pastry notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eLong and refined, with mineral lift, citrus freshness, and gentle richness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17ern37\" data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2799\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2328\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2339\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2799\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2364\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2376\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e~12% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2395\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2416\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eChampagne, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2428\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2449\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCharles Heidsieck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2470\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2511\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003ePinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2533\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAging \/ Maturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e3–4 years on lees; up to 50% reserve wines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2601\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpecial Attributes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003eHigh reserve wine content, extended aging, Special Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2683\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003eBrioche, stone fruit, citrus, nuts, mineral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2799\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2750\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2799\"\u003eRich, textured, complex non-vintage Champagne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2804\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13f2c3o\" data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003eServing \u0026amp; Occasion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003eServe at 46–50°F in a white wine or Champagne glass to emphasize texture and aromatics. Ideal for aperitif, fine dining, or as a high-impact gift Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19655899589,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Charles_Heidsieck_Brut_Reserve_Special_Edition_Champagne_NV_750ml.jpg?v=1777423174","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/charles-heidsieck-brut-reserve-champagne","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}