Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Extra Dry skus_30179806 followed by contact with fine

followed by contact with fine lees in stainless steel for 3 months

93 points James Suckling - I like the texture of this 2011 with plenty of ripe fruit and tannins yet polished and refined

The Jekel Gravelstone Chardonnay is defined by crisp acid and a mineral backbone that are the essence of its Arroyo Seco roots

and subtle caramel are pleasant on the nose

Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Extra Dry skus_30179806 followed by contact with fineMore boldly yeasty than the brut, the non vintage Piper Heidsieck Extra Dry has an intriguing note of coconut in the nose; a more approachable, less austere, style. Off dry, lending a roundness and lushness to the toast and honey flavors. Balanced on the soft side, if you like a touch of sweetness in your bubbly, this is the ticket. Piper Heidsieck is a Champagne house from the Champagne region of France. Founded by Florens Louis Heidsieck on July 16,