Christophe P.
Verified customer reviewTop-class
A genuine desire to please, and it’s a success. An elegant flavour with lovely length. The order was fulfilled without the slightest hitch. Top-notch from start to finish.
Rare
Millésime 2008 Magnum 75cl
The golden robe with green highlights signals the pristine youth of this magnificently preserved 2008. On the nose, a floral palette of striking purity — orange blossom, hyacinth, Williams pear — unfolds into notes of fresh almond, delicate coconut and a whisper of white tobacco as it opens up. The…
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Notes & tasting
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Presentation
Taste
Originality
Value for money
97
/100
Aromatic profile
The structure of this champagne
Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The 2008 vintage, Chardonnay-dominant, displays a chiselled acidity and exceptional vivacity that guarantee limitless ageing potential.
Roundness
Ten years on lees lend a creamy, unctuous texture that gently envelops the wine's lively, taut structure.
Power
The Magnum format amplifies the aromatic depth and density of this exceptional vintage, delivering a commanding presence on the palate.
Length
The iodine-tinged, saline finish lingers with extraordinary persistence — the hallmark of a truly great prestige Champagne.
TASTING NOTES
The golden robe with green highlights signals the pristine youth of this magnificently preserved 2008. On the nose, a floral palette of striking purity — orange blossom, hyacinth, Williams pear — unfolds into notes of fresh almond, delicate coconut and a whisper of white tobacco as it opens up. The palate delivers an explosion of tropical fruit (pineapple, passion fruit, candied citrus), carried by a crystalline minerality and a long, iodine-tinged, saline finish of remarkable persistence.
Blend & terroirs
The composition
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9g/LDosage
70%Chardonnay
30%Pinot Noir
Terroirs
A 100% Grand Cru blend drawn from the Montagne de Reims — Chardonnays from Avize, Oger and Villers-Marmery for their precise minerality, Pinots Noirs from Verzy for their velvety intensity. Rare breaks with convention by championing Chardonnay in a territory historically given over to Pinot Noir, revealing a unique tension and an immediately recognisable signature.
About this house
Rare Champagne is the prestige cuvée of Piper-Heidsieck, born in 1976 to celebrate only the most exceptional years. Just eleven vintages have been produced since its creation — a rigorous selection that places Rare among the most sought-after Champagnes in the world, crafted only when a vintage meets the Maison's uncompromising standards.
At the helm of the assemblages, Régis Camus — Champagne's most decorated winemaker — orchestrates each cuvée by privileging terroir expression over Cru hierarchy. Aged ten years on lees before disgorgement in November 2019, Rare Millésime 2008 embodies the culmination of this philosophy: infinite patience, meticulous precision and a pursuit of limitless potential.
Food pairing
The perfect pairing
Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif
Light, melting comté gougères pair naturally with the fine bubbles and brioche notes of this prestige Brut.
Starter
Oysters, with their natural iodine and clean salinity, resonate perfectly with the mineral, crystalline finish of this exceptional vintage.
Main course
Lobster — grilled or in a light beurre nantais sauce — provides the elegance and richness needed to stand up to the aromatic depth and infinite length of this great Champagne.
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Verified reviews
Customer reviews of the “Millésime 2008 Magnum” cuvée by Rare
4.6/5 · 8 reviews
Kim L.
Verified customer reviewBrilliant
Excellent from start to finish. Elegant and refined – absolutely flawless. Sturdy packaging, no breakages. I’ll definitely be ordering again.
Joaquin P.
Verified customer reviewPure joy
Romantic for a dinner for two. Very fresh, without ever being sour. A lovely surprise – thank you.
Stéphanie E.
Verified customer reviewPerfect
Served as an aperitif – a real treat. A golden colour and a delicate head – a real treat. Everything was perfect, from ordering to delivery. Perfect as a gift.
Michelle D.
Verified customer reviewMagnificent
It really lives up to its reputation. A delightful, rich and refined wine. Perfect – nothing to fault.
Mikko H.
Verified customer reviewDelighted with my purchase
Chosen for a special dinner. Aromas of brioche and ripe apple. The parcel was perfectly secured. I’ll definitely be ordering again.
Julie G.
Verified customer reviewDelicious
Had a drink with my colleagues. A full-bodied, well-balanced flavour – superb. Top-notch service, as always. Quite simply, nothing to complain about.
Philippe M.
Verified customer reviewTop quality
A gift for my parents. Lovely body and a hint of minerality. The website is clear and ordering is easy. I’d recommend it without hesitation.
