Charles Heidsieck Rose Reserve NV
75cl
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12.5% Vol
Charles Heidsieck Rose Reserve NV is the result of meticulous attention and stands out for its unconventional character. The Rosé Réserve is also the result of juices from the first press only and, the wine benefits from a slow and long maturation of 3 to 4 years, far beyond the norms of the region. Made from a blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay. Offers a quality burst of strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry notes nestled in whipped cream.
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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose
The subtle yet complex nose offers initial fragrances of strawberry jam mixed with the fruitiness of vineyard peaches
Tasting Notes from the Producer
Flavour
Offers a quality burst of strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry notes nestled in whipped cream.
Fact Sheet
Fluid
75cl
Grape Variety
Made from a blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay
Alcohol %
12.5%
Country
France
Producer
Charles Heidsieck
FAQs
Dark chocolate pairs best with wines that have the structural intensity to match its bitter cocoa and tannin character without being overwhelmed. Fortified wines are the strongest match: aged Tawny Port with its dried fig, rancio, and roasted nut character is the classic pairing. Banyuls from the Roussillon, a naturally sweet Grenache based wine, is the benchmark French equivalent. A full bodied, fruit forward red such as Zinfandel or Amarone can also work, where the ripe dark fruit and spice complement the chocolate.
Many wines use animal derived fining agents during production to clarify and stabilise the liquid before bottling. Common fining agents include isinglass (derived from fish swim bladders), gelatine (bovine or porcine), casein (milk protein), and egg whites (albumin). These are added to bind suspended particles and removed before bottling, but trace quantities may remain. Vegan wines use alternatives including bentonite clay, activated carbon, or pea protein. Checking the Barnivore database or looking for a vegan certification on the label is the most reliable approach.
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