Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Unveils Vintage 2018

This vintage showcases the vibrant fruit accents of an exceptional year through the artistry of blending.

(Napa, California) May 11, 2026 - Piper-Heidsieck, the iconic Champagne house, proudly introduces Vintage 2018—an intense, luminous champagne born from an extraordinary year in Champagne. This expressive vintage is the culmination of more than 50 months of aging on lees, offering remarkable depth and character.

Crafted by Chief Winemaker Émilien Boutillat as his debut vintage blend for the House, Vintage 2018 blends 50% Chardonnay, 47% Pinot Noir, and 3% Meunier in a finely tuned balance, sourced primarily from esteemed Grands and Premiers Crus vineyards in the Montagne de Reims. The near-perfect conditions of 2018—a mild, rainy winter followed by a warm spring with storms, then a dry, sunny summer—provided a harvest rich in fruit with ideal sugar, acidity, and aromatic complexity. Each Piper-Heidsieck vintage Champagne is released only in years when quality and expressiveness converge, and the Chief Winemaker ensures that each cuvée is imprinted with the House’s signature style, making 2018 an undeniable time to declare a vintage.

“Vintage 2018 is a vibrant celebration of fruit and spice, capturing the personality of this phenomenal year,” said Boutillat. “It also holds special significance for me as my first vintage blend for the House. My aim was to strike a balance between Piper-Heidsieck’s heritage and my vision for the future—and I believe this cuvée achieves both.”

Stainless steel-fermented to allow full expression of the vintage’s exceptional characteristics, the 2018 cuvée expresses aromas of nectarine, red berries, mocha, and fresh almond, accented by a hint of smoky intrigue. The palate is generous and layered, with bursts of raspberry, pineapple, and paprika leading to a long, refined finish. With an aging potential of more than 15 years, it is equally suited to immediate enjoyment or patient cellaring.

This sumptuous brut has only 7 g/L of dosage, making it ideal for pairing with bold, rich flavors such as truffle pizza; crostini with sundried tomatoes, anchovies, basil, and olive oil; langoustine tartare with chilli, lime, and oyster leaf; and Tomme aux fleurs cheese.

Piper-Heidsieck Vintage 2018 is available nationwide at fine wine retailers and online at NobleMerchants.com, with a suggested retail price of $120.

Newly re-certified B Corp and deeply committed to sustainable viticulture, Piper-Heidsieck continues to lead with integrity—crafting wines that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

ABOUT PIPER-HEIDSIECK

Founded in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck with a mission to “seriously create wines that smile,” Piper-Heidsieck has thrived through bold leadership and a pioneering spirit, with creativity always at its core.

As the Most Awarded Champagne House of the Century*, Piper-Heidsieck has fostered its reputation of excellence well beyond the borders of France to reach Champagne lovers in every corner of the globe.

Piper-Heidsieck continues to apply its founder’s “seriously create” philosophy to the art of champagne-making: precision in every detail, mastery built over time, and an unwavering commitment to elevate each cuvée to its highest potential. For Piper-Heidsieck, product excellence is just the beginning; it must also move, inspire, and entertain. The House brings its own sense of performance: the art of entertaining that blends sophistication and audacity, and transforms every moment into a joyful celebration.

Since 2018, Piper-Heidsieck has been guided by one of the youngest Chief Winemakers, Émilien Boutillat, entrusted with preserving the House’s unique philosophy while steering it into a bold, sustainable future.

Holding dual VDC and HVE** certifications in its vineyards since 2015, earning B Corp certification in 2022, and joining the IWCA*** the same year, Piper-Heidsieck continues to elevate the quality and authenticity of its wines while embracing its global responsibility to drive positive environmental impact through sustainable practices.

Today, it brings together Champagne drinkers from over 80 countries worldwide, with one bottle popped every six seconds.

* Piper-Heidsieck's Chief Winemakers received the prestigious title of “Sparkling Winemaker of the Year,” awarded by the International Wine Challenge jury in 2004, 2007, 2008, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2021.

** VDC: Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne / HVE: High Environmental Value

*** IWCA: International Wineries for Climate Action