Piper-Heidsieck

Reims · Founded 1785

Founded in 1785 in Reims, the house offers a themed guided tour of its cellars and a range spanning from brut to the prestige champagne Rare.

Town	Reims
Founded	1785
Type	Major brand
Style	Lively and fruity
Dominant grape	Pinot noir-dominant
Flagship cuvée	Rare Champagne
Cellars in the chalk crayères	Yes
Open to visits	Yes (check the schedule)

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