Buy Piper-Heidsieck Rare Champagne Online at Alfavin
Piper-Heidsieck is one of the most historic Champagne houses in the region, with a legacy spanning over 230 years. The house was founded in 1785 in Reims by Florens-Louis Heidsieck. After his death, Christian Heidsieck and Henri-Guillaume Piper continued the business, establishing the name Piper-Heidsieck that endures to this day. In the 19th century, Piper-Heidsieck became the official supplier to 14 European monarchies, including Marie Antoinette, the Russian Tsar, the German Emperor, and the British Crown. Today, you can conveniently buy this historic Rare Champagne online at Alfavin.
Since 2011, Piper-Heidsieck has been part of the EPI Group, owned by the Descours family, having previously belonged to Rémy Cointreau. The house is B Corp-certified, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. Piper-Heidsieck is also renowned for its innovative approach to modernising cellar techniques. Those looking to buy Piper-Heidsieck Rare Champagne online will find a carefully curated selection at Alfavin.
Vineyards and Terroirs
Piper-Heidsieck owns around 50 hectares of vineyards, shared with Charles Heidsieck. The grapes come from selected Grand Cru and Premier Cru plots in the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Bar. The focus is on Pinot Noir, complemented by Chardonnay and a touch of Meunier. Each plot is vinified separately to preserve the terroir-driven aromas. These high-quality grapes form the foundation of the Rare Champagne, available to purchase online at Alfavin.
Style and Winemaking
Piper-Heidsieck Rare Champagne is characterised by a fruit-forward, charismatic style with a distinctive Pinot Noir expression. Only the first-pressing juices are used for the blend. Part of the base wines is aged in stainless steel, with oak barrels rarely used. Malolactic fermentation ensures a creamy mouthfeel, while mechanical riddling during lees ageing develops the complex aromas. The dosage is Extra Brut, preserving the pure expression of the terroir. Alfavin offers Rare Champagne online, including the finest vintages.
Rare Champagne
The prestige cuvée Rare Champagne is now marketed as a standalone label but is produced by a specialised team in the Piper-Heidsieck cellars. Introduced in 1976 to replace the Florens-Louis cuvée, Rare features a dominance of Chardonnay (around 70%) with Pinot Noir (around 30%). Rare Champagne represents the pinnacle of quality, clearly distinguished from mass-market offerings. At Alfavin, you can buy Rare Champagne online, including classic vintages such as 1979, 1985, 1988, 1998, and 2002.
Young Rare Champagnes display exotic fruit and spice notes, while older vintages develop complex, nutty characteristics. Recent vintages from 2008 onwards, particularly 2012 and 2013, show a precise, mineral-driven style even at a young age. The blends come from the finest Crus in the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs.
The Rare Rosé follows the same principles, but with a higher proportion of Pinot Noir. This exclusive rosé cuvée is also available to buy online at Alfavin, ideal for lovers of premium Champagne from Reims.
At Alfavin, you will find a carefully selected range of exceptional Piper-Heidsieck Rare Champagnes. Discover Rare Champagne online at Alfavin and enjoy top-quality Champagne from Reims from the comfort of your home.
