Heidsieck & Co. Monopole Gold Top 2009 75cl

Description

Limited Stocks. Price £55.00.

Tasting Notes:
Light golden yellow in colour, it boasts brilliant reflections which afford this wine its full lustre.

The initial impression on the nose is of an aged, open wine with layers of complexity. It has tertiary aromas of toast and vanilla. It gives the impression of being a generous, truly characterful champagne with notes of smoke and brioche.

It feels voluptuous in the mouth. It is full and generous. Its initial flavours are of mocha and candied fruit. Then, gradually, woody notes and hints of dried fruit and hazelnuts begin to emerge. This vintage develops very nicely. It is long lasting on the palate. It is delightfully fresh and lively and it is essentially creamy.

Food Pairing:
Balanced and pleasing, this cuvée lends itself to any tasting moment. It is also an excellent match for fish or shellfish prepared with a creamy or butter sauce.

Background Information:
Founded in 1785, Heidsieck & Co Monopole is one of the oldest Champagne Houses. The Maison was purchased by Vranken Pommery Monopole (VPM) in 1975 from Seagram. VPM is the second largest producer of Champagne, owning the Houses of Pommery, Demoiselle and Charles Lafitte 1834.

A ‘Grande Marque’ champagne – one of the top names in Champagne.

Heidsieck & Co Monopole is based in Epernay. Owns 420ha of vineyards (including some of the best Grand Crus vineyards), with another 2,800ha of vineyards under long and short term contracts.

Vineyards are in the 3 main areas of Champagne – Cote des Blancs, Vallee de la Marne and the Montagne de Reims. The production facility for Heidsieck Monopole is at Tours sur Marne in the village of Bouzy.

The Head winemaker is Dominique Pichart. He was born in Avize , the famous “Grands Crus’ village. He has worked with Vranken Pommery Monopole for over 20 years.