Refined and expressive, with a bright buoyancy to the rich flavors of creme de cassis, glazed tangerine, brioche and lemon-infused pastry cream. This is plush and refined on the palate, offering a lingering, smoke- and spice-tinged finish. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2029. 59,616 cases imported.

The NV Cuvée Brut is a bright, fresh effort from this estate. Offering up plenty of yeasty notes, stone fruits, a kiss of brioche and subtle minerality, it's clean and lively on the palate, with bright acidity, and a classic dry finish. If you're looking for a high-quality sparker that will deliver the goods over the coming 4-5 years, you can't go wrong here.

Piper's nonvintage Champagne is balanced, fruity, fresh and elegant. It is both ripe and crisp with apple fruits, a mineral edge and final fruitiness. Drink now.

Ripe pears, crisp green apples and flowers emerge from Piper-Hiediesck's NV Brut Cuvée. This medium-bodied non-vintage Champagne offers excellent persistence and a long, clean finish. It is a very solid effort at this level. The Brut Cuvée is 55% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier and 15% Chardonnay. This is lot L070921 12253, disgorged December 2007.