Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires 2014 creme-de-cassis Fermentation commenced in stainless steel

Fermentation commenced in stainless steel but some of the Marsanne and Viognier finished fermentation in and was aged in barrel until bottled in early August

before leading into delicious citrus and melon on the palate

The mouthfeel is of savoury roundness threaded with mineral nerve finished with a touch of spice and sweet liquorice root

The deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Montrose opens with broody black fruits

The great-grandfather of the current owner

Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires 2014 creme-de-cassis Fermentation commenced in stainless steelThe 2014 vintage signals the latest iteration of Charles Heidsieck's 100% Chardonnay cuve, called Blanc des Millnaires. Two varieties: Chardonnay and Time. Born from a remarkable year, this Vintage is the result of almost a decade of anticipation and harmonious ageing in the thousand year old crayres, listed as a UNESCO World Herritage Site.