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Date Printed: 7/29/2010
Heidsieck Monopole Blue Top Brut
Heidsieck Monopole Blue Top Brut

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Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
Wine Spectator rating: 91 points
PRICE ON 7/29/2010: $33.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
0 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
0 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points

Winemaker's Notes:

 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2007!

Appearance: Light yellow color, with green highlights.

Nose: Strong and generous nose, slightly woody and spicy, characterized by an aromatic richness blending toasty and buttery aromas.

Palate: An unreserved palate, full, fruity and well-structured taste.
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About Heidsieck Monopole :

 Heidsieck & Co. Monopole is one of the oldest Champagne firms in all of France's Champagne region. The origins go back to the 18th century. Following in the footsteps of Florens-Louis Heidsieck, his nephew Henri-Louis Walbaum and brother-in-law Auguste Heidsieck created one of the most sought after champagnes ever. In 1895, the firm already shipped over 1,5 million bottles worldwide. In 1818, Heidsieck was appointed suppliers of champagne to the king of Prussia, emperor of Germany; in 1911, it was appointed suppliers of champagne to the English court. In 1933, Heidsieck champagnes features at the Swedish court and at the table of Csar Nicolas II (the latter ordered over 400 000 bottles a year for his personal use).

Heidsieck's champagnes are very Pinot Noir-centric, with the varietal making up close to 70% in each bottle. The rest is a blend of Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay.