Ever since he vacated the chef de cave seat at Piper-Heidsieck, Regis Camus has devoted his attention between making premium sake and top Champagne cuvée Rare.

Piper-Heidsieck's luxury cuvée with its beautifully decorated bottle is a well-matured blend of mainly Chardonnay with some Pinot Noir. Opening with a nose of caramelised cashew and overtones of hazelnut praline, intensified by a very lively mousse, 2006 strikes a richer, rounder note. It reveals a creamy, mellow core, an inherent gentleness that alternately shows aspects of yeast and fresh apple flesh and is only underscored by the sinuous, vivacious freshness. The nutty highlights continue throughout while the finish tapers towards a lovely, lastingly fresh creaminess.

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