Discover Heidsieck 1907: A Taste of History? (Exploring the Flavors of a Century-Old Champagne)
Alright, let’s talk about this bottle of Heidsieck 1907. You know, the one that’s been making waves. So, picture this: I got wind of this old champagne, thought, “Why not?” and decided to dive in.
First things first, I started digging around. This champagne is from way back, 1785, started by a guy named Florens-Louis Heidsieck. Originally, it was just Heidsieck & Co., but then it split up into a few different names, like Piper-Heidsieck, Charles Heidsieck, and this one, Heidsieck Monopole. Fast forward to 2011, a big French luxury group called EPI, owned by the Descours family, scooped up Piper-Heidsieck.
Now, about this particular bottle. It’s a 1907 vintage, which is pretty darn old. They recently resealed it with wax, you know, to keep it fresh. Apparently, when they checked it out, the corks were all marked with “Heidsieck Goût Américain” which made me think it was made for the American taste at that time.
When I finally got my hands on a bottle, the first thing I did was pop it open. The bubbles were still there. It has this apple-y smell. That’s what I noticed right away.
They say this champagne is made from a mix of grapes – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. The usual mix for these bubbly drinks is mostly Pinot Noir, with a bit of Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. They use the “méthode champenoise,” which is the traditional way of making champagne, where they let it ferment in the bottle and all that fancy stuff.
- The Smell: The main thing that hit me was the apple. It’s got this strong, fruity smell. They call it “tree fruit notes,” but to me, it’s just a really strong apple scent.
- The Taste: I took a sip, and honestly, it’s pretty good for something so old. You can taste the age, but it’s not bad. It’s kind of like a fine wine that’s been sitting around for a while.
- The Look: It’s got this golden color, pretty standard for an old champagne. The bubbles were still there when I poured it, which was a nice surprise.
So, I sat there, sipping this century-old champagne, thinking about all the history in that bottle. It’s not every day you get to taste something that was made before World War I. It’s a cool experience, even if you’re not a big champagne person. I mean, this bottle has seen some things, you know?
They say you can drink this stuff right when you get it, or you can wait 5-6 years. I didn’t wait. I wanted to try it right away. It’s not something you come across every day.
In the end, it was a fun little adventure. Tasting a piece of history like that, it’s something else. If you ever get the chance, give it a try. It’s not just about the taste, it’s about the whole experience. And hey, who knows when we’ll get another chance to try a 1907 champagne?
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