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Rare Millésime 1998 Magnum
95/100

Rare

Millésime 1998 Magnum 75cl

A brilliant golden robe with green highlights, threaded by a fine and persistent bead. On the nose, time has sculpted a bouquet of rare complexity: sandalwood, pain d'épices, candied apricot, roasted coffee and crystallised honey. The palate is broad and creamy, underpinned by a precise acidity that…

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Notes & tasting

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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
95 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The naturally high acidity of the 1998 vintage imparts a persistent mineral and citrus-driven tension.
Roundness
Twenty-one years on lees have developed a creamy, enveloping texture of great fullness.
Power
The 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay–Pinot Noir blend delivers a rich, deep and generous substance.
Length
The finish extends over notes of warm spice, bergamot and crystallised honey, of exceptional length.

TASTING NOTES

A brilliant golden robe with green highlights, threaded by a fine and persistent bead. On the nose, time has sculpted a bouquet of rare complexity: sandalwood, pain d'épices, candied apricot, roasted coffee and crystallised honey. The palate is broad and creamy, underpinned by a precise acidity that lends the wine its verticality: candied citrus, mango, cacao, bergamot, with an exceptionally long finish on ginger, cardamom and crème de cassis.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
9g/LDosage
70%Chardonnay
30%Pinot Noir

Terroirs

A 100% Grand Cru blend: Chardonnay from the crus of Avize, Chouilly, Oger, Trépail and Villers-Marmery; Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Ludes and Verzy. Twenty-one years on lees have allowed this 1998 — a vintage renowned for its balance between natural richness and acidity — to develop an exceptional aromatic complexity.

Rare

About this house

Rare is the prestige cuvée of Piper-Heidsieck, born in 1976 to celebrate only the most exceptional vintages of Champagne. Over forty years of existence, the house has declared just eleven vintages — a testament to an absolute standard of excellence — each produced in strictly limited quantities.

The 1998 marks a historic milestone: the first edition ever offered in magnum, it embodies the house's deep-held conviction that large formats are the true guardians of time. The iconic black-and-gold bottle — black for the Pinot Noir, gold for the radiance of the Chardonnay — lends each piece the character of a collector's item.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Les sablés parmesan caressent la bulle fine et répondent aux notes lactées et grillées de cette cuvée de prestige.

Starter

Starter

La richesse onctueuse du foie gras entre en résonance parfaite avec la profondeur aromatique et la tension minérale du 1998.

Main course

Main course

Le homard, dans sa noblesse iodée et beurrée, répond majestueusement à la complexité crémeuse de ce grand millésime.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Millésime 1998 Magnum” cuvée by Rare

4.9/5 · 21 reviews

Christophe H.

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Perfect as a gift

Tasted it last night. Lovely length and a hint of minerality. Impeccable delivery, as usual. I’d recommend it without hesitation.

Lau S.

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Won over

A lovely surprise when opened. A gourmet champagne, full of vibrancy. A real success.

Schirru G.

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Excellent

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. Notes of citrus and a hint of brioche – brilliant. A purchase I don’t regret.

Alain C.

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Favourite

I had high expectations. A great deal of finesse and elegance. Well done.

Timothe B.

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To be redone

I couldn’t resist, and I have absolutely no regrets. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. A clear website and an easy ordering process. I’ll definitely be ordering again.

Yossi S.

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Delighted with my purchase

Exquisite for a special occasion. Lovely freshness and a lovely length on the palate. A professional, well-designed website. Flawless – well done.

Alexander C.

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Perfect

Bought this for a friend who’s a fan. An absolute treat, from start to finish. Top-notch delivery, as always. I’m a satisfied customer – I’ll be back.

Martine D.

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A safe bet

It saved my last-minute present. Notes of dried fruit and honey – superb. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Sabine L.

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Pure joy

Just the ticket to mark the occasion. A creamy mousse and a clean finish. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Yves M.

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Magnificent

Chosen to celebrate some good news. Notes of brioche and minerality are very much present. Perfectly protected during transport. It really exceeded my expectations.

Amandine K.

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Stunning

Nothing to say – absolutely flawless. Complex aromas and lovely vibrancy. Well packaged, arrived without a scratch. Pure delight.

Paul H.

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A lovely bottle

Chosen as a gift. Elegant and sophisticated – absolutely spot on. I’m off to place another order.

Sabrine L.

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Impeccable

I fell in love with it straight away. A full-bodied and well-balanced flavour – superb. Very tastefully presented gift packaging. I’d recommend it without a moment’s hesitation.

Arnaud J.

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No complaints

Perfect for a dinner with friends. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. In short, a place to remember.

Julien K.

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Top notch

I discovered this through the website. Fresh, fruity and very elegant. The parcel was neatly packed and well protected. I highly recommend it.

Anna M.

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A real treat

This 1998 Magnum is superb. A delicate nose of white flowers. Premium packaging – a real treat. Hats off to the whole team.

Jonathan G.

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Brilliant

I wanted to treat someone, and it was a success. Fine, elegant bubbles – a real treat. Fair price and reliable delivery. Exactly what I needed.

Philippe B.

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Pure pleasure

We raised a glass with colleagues. Full-bodied on the palate, with a refreshing finish. My guests loved it.

Juliette P.

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I recommend

A gift for my parents. An expressive nose, a silky palate and a briny finish. Thank you for this wonderful discovery.

Inès F.

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Top-class

Intended for Christmas – a success. Round on the palate, with lovely structure. Highly recommended.

Philippe T.

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Top quality

This champagne has been a lovely discovery. It has a delicate effervescence and subtle aromas. The follow-up email is a real bonus. It has become my go-to champagne.