
Charles Heidsieck. Not purchasing land for the vineyards he became a negotiant and purchased the grapes from the farmers that grew them best. Charles concentrated on doing what he does best, producing and aging wine. He purchased forty-seven Chalk cellars dating back to the 11th century. It is here to this day that the wine is aged from 3 to 15 years. On the bottles you can find the dates of both the cellaring and disgorgement.The year was 1852 that Charles to introduce Champagne to America. This past weekend we celebrated with the Brut Reserve which comes in a uniquely shaped bottle. It has a large base and a narrow neck. This unique shape increases the volume of wine that has contact with the lees during aging. Therefore it enhances the aromatic range and complexity of the Brut Reserve.
