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Piper-Heidsieck Hors-Série 1982
96/100

Piper-Heidsieck

Hors-Série 1982 75cl

A deep amber-gold robe with rich golden highlights, threaded with fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, candied mirabelle plums, kumquats, dried pineapple and fresh quince converse with ginger, Earl Grey tea and a smoky hint of roasted coffee. On the palate, the knife-sharp vivacity of the Extra…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON PIPER-HEIDSIECK
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Notes & tasting

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Presentation
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Value for money
Main tenant une coupe de champagne
96 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The chalky minerality of the Montagne de Reims maintains a striking tension despite forty years of evolution.
Roundness
Four decades on the lees have smoothed every edge and enveloped the palate in a creamy, velvety texture.
Power
The dominant Pinot Noir from the Grands Crus lends an imposing aromatic depth, with notes of candied fruit and spice.
Length
An interminable finish of salinity, roasted coffee and gentle spice — persistence of an exceptional order.

TASTING NOTES

A deep amber-gold robe with rich golden highlights, threaded with fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, candied mirabelle plums, kumquats, dried pineapple and fresh quince converse with ginger, Earl Grey tea and a smoky hint of roasted coffee. On the palate, the knife-sharp vivacity of the Extra Brut dosage (4 g/L) melts seamlessly into the fullness of a legendary wine: saline minerality, crème pâtissière and oriental spices leading to a finish of rare persistence.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
4g/LDosage
60%Pinot Noir
40%Chardonnay

Terroirs

A blend of Grand Cru Pinot Noirs from the Montagne de Reims and Chardonnays from Avize on the Côte des Blancs — chalky limestone terroir with a marked mineral character, the 1982 vintage being celebrated for its exceptional balance between generous ripeness and natural freshness.

Piper-Heidsieck

About this house

Founded in 1785 in Reims, Piper-Heidsieck is one of Champagne's great historic Houses, whose creative daring has been affirmed over two centuries — the House was notably an official supplier to Marie-Antoinette and has graced the red carpets of Hollywood.

Under the stewardship of Chef de Caves Émilien Boutillat, Piper-Heidsieck pushes the boundaries of excellence with the Hors-Série collection: vintages that have slumbered for decades in the cellars, selected bottle by bottle at disgorgement, to release to the world only the most accomplished expressions — just 2,500 bottles of this 1982.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

The silky richness of a mi-cuit foie gras beautifully magnifies the oxidative minerality and candied fruit notes of this exceptional champagne.

Starter

Starter

The briny depth and delicate flesh of butter-roasted lobster respond with elegance to the toasted, creamy complexity of this cuvée.

Main Course

Main Course

Truffle-roasted poultry, with its earthy notes and silken texture, offers a prestige pairing worthy of this legendary champagne.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Hors-Série 1982” cuvée by Piper-Heidsieck

4.9/5 · 17 reviews

Maud R.

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No complaints

Perfect for a special occasion. A champagne with real class. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Aurelie L.

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Won over

Perfect for a dinner with friends. Aromas of brioche and ripe apple. The email updates are a real bonus. I’ll definitely be ordering again.

Michelle R.

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Perfect

Chosen as a gift. A real treat, from start to finish. It really exceeded my expectations.

Loic D.

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A safe bet

Top quality, just as advertised. Fresh and delicious – a lovely balance. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Mark V.

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A lovely bottle

Excellent from start to finish. A wine full of vibrancy and character. Reliable delivery – I trust them. I’d recommend it to all wine lovers.

Stéphane H.

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Delighted with my purchase

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. The bottle arrived in perfect condition. In short, a supplier to keep in mind.

Sandrine S.

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Absolutely brilliant

It saved my last-minute present. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. Ordered in the evening, dispatched the next day. A real success.

Agnès L.

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Well done

Ordered for the festive season. A delightful, rich and refined wine. Unbeatable value for money.

Margaux T.

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The best

A lovely surprise on opening. Lively on the attack, full-bodied on the palate. Very smart gift packaging. I’d recommend it without hesitation.

Catherine R.

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Magnificent

Toasted with my colleagues. Good length and a hint of minerality. Well presented, in a lovely box. My guests loved it.

Nils B.

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Top notch

What a lovely discovery this champagne is. Delicate, refined and devilishly seductive. Highly recommended.

Cédric J.

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Excellent

A gift for my parents. A full-bodied, well-balanced flavour – superb. Well packaged and arrived without a scratch. I highly recommend it.

Enke D.

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Exceptional

I’ve fallen for it, and I have no regrets. Powerful yet delicate. Impeccable order fulfilment. I’m definitely a loyal customer now.

Alexis V.

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Very satisfied

Bought for a friend who’s a wine enthusiast. Fresh, fruity and very elegant. Served with real care. It’s now my go-to champagne.

Vincent E.

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Delicious

Bought to celebrate some good news. Notes of dried fruit and honey – superb. Fast delivery, no complaints. Flawless – well done.

Laura H.

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A real treat

It really lives up to its reputation. A perfect balance between power and finesse. Perfect protection for transport. I’m off to place another order.

Frank B.

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Sublime

Recommended by a friend – spot on. Very fresh, without ever being sour. Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself.