Heidsieck Monopole Champagne Rosé Top brut NV with OC

Report: Heidsieck Monopole Champagne Rosé Top Brut

The festive rosé cuvée from the traditional house

1. introduction

Rosé Top Brut is the exclusive rosé variantin the Heidsieck Monopole portfolio. With its characteristic pink and gold foil capsule, it is positioned as a festive, gastronomic champagne for special occasions. In contrast to Blue Top (standard brut) and Red Top (premium brut), it emphasises sensuality and berry fruit.

2. key characteristics at a glance

3. cuvée & composition

• Grape varieties:

  • Pinot Noir (50%) - backbone for structure and red fruit flavours,

  • Pinot Meunier (30%) - provides fullness and accessibility,

  • Chardonnay (20%) - gives freshness and elegance.

• Terroir:
  Grapes from Premier Cru and Grand Cru sites of the Montagne de Reims (Pinot) and Côte des Blancs (Chardonnay).

• Rosé production:
  Only 8% of the wine comes from saignée (brief contact with berry skins), the rest is classic assemblage (blending of white wine with red wine from Bouzy).

4. sensory profile

• Colour:
  Delicate salmon pink with copper-coloured reflections and a fine, lively perlage.

• Nose:
  Intense red berries (fresh strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant), accompanied by citrus jam, rose petals and a subtle spicy note (pink pepper, almond).

• Palate:

  • Juicy attack with juicy berry fruit (strawberry, pomegranate),

  • Creamy texture due to long yeast ageing,

  • Precise acidity and mineral freshness in the background,

  • Finish with hints of blackberry and light bitter orange.

• Overall impression:
  Opulently fruity, but not cloying. Combines sensual fullness with an invigorating structure - typical of Pinot-dominated rosé champagnes.

5. specialities & vinification

• Red wine from Bouzy:
  The added red wine comes exclusively from the Grand Cru village of Bouzy (Montagne de Reims) - known for profound Pinot Noir.

• Reserve wines:
  High proportion of older reserve wines (up to 25%) from the Solera system for added complexity.

6. use & serving suggestions

• Ideal occasions:
  Brunch, summer parties, romantic dinners, sunset aperitifs.

• Food pairing:

  • Asian: sushi, Thai curry with coconut milk,

  • Fish: salmon tartare, fried gilthead bream,

  • Meat: veal fillet, Serrano ham,

  • Desserts: red fruit tart, white chocolate.

• Temperature:
  8-10°C (too cold suppresses the flavour).

7. market & positioning

8. comparison with the Brut range

9. conclusion

The Rosé Top Brut is a sensual ambassadorof the Heidsieck Monopole DNA. With its bright colour, expressive berry fruit and creamy texture, it is a convincing gastronomic companion and festive aperitif. The combination of Grand Cru red wine from Bouzy, long ageing on the lees and precise dosage makes it a balanced premium rosé - less delicate than Blanc de Blancs rosés, but with powerful fruit and typical Heidsieck joie de vivre.

Keywords: Bouzy red wine, salmon pink, berry fruit, festive, gastronomic, Pinot-dominant.

💡 Note:The "Rosé Top" is not a direct improvement on the Red Top, but an independent cuvée specialising in rosé with its own characteristics.