Ratings
WS 92 · Falstaff 88-89
Identity
| Producer | Heidsieck & Co Monopole |
| Year | NV (Non-Vintage) |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 70% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Meunier |
| Color | Rosé |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Delicate and intense pale pink, luminous with fuchsia reflections. |
| Aroma | Red berries, raspberries, wild strawberries, floral notes with subtle hints of violet, peach, strawberry, raspberry, and a hint of honey. |
| Palate | Fruity and velvety palate with rich flavors of strawberries and raspberries, dominance of small red fruits, hints of cherry plums and redcurrant, fresh and delightful with a slightly tart finish. |
| Finish | Sleek and refined with great balance and a dry, spicy finish. |
| Food Pairing | Seafood, light salads, festive appetizers, fish grilled on a plancha, grilled shellfish, beef carpaccio, smoked salmon, pheasant with lingonberries. |
| Serving Temp | 8-10 |
| Aging Potential | 3-5 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
LOW
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Produced using the traditional Champagne method with a minimum aging of 3 to 5 years. |
| Fermentation | Traditional Champagne method fermentation. |
Interesting facts
| Heidsieck & Co Monopole was the official champagne aboard the Titanic; bottles from the 1907 shipwreck were found in excellent condition. |
Logistics
| Cork | Natural cork |