Ratings
Average community scores around 89 points on CellarTracker
Identity
| Producer | Taittinger |
| Year | Non-vintage |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Non-vintage Brut Champagne |
| Grapes | 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Brilliant pale golden yellow with fine, persistent bubbles |
| Aroma | Aroma of ripe fruits including green apple, pear, citrus zest, brioche, toasted almonds, white flowers (hawthorn, acacia), vanilla pod, peach, and floral elegance |
| Palate | Delicate, creamy mousse with fresh acidity; flavors of stone fruits, lemon curd, grapefruit, mineral, honey, biscuit, bread, and subtle yeast notes |
| Finish | Elegant and balanced finish with lingering notes of citrus, honey, and brioche |
| Food Pairing | seafood, oysters, sushi, light poultry dishes, soft cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 8-10 |
| Aging Potential | 5 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 9.00 |
| Aging Process | Aged 3-4 years on lees in historic chalk cellars in Reims |
| Fermentation | Traditional Champagne method with secondary fermentation in bottle |
Terroir
| Soil | Chalky soils typical of Champagne region |
| Harvest Type | Hand-harvested grapes from over 35 crus |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes carefully selected from finest vineyards, harvested manually |
Interesting facts
| Taittinger is one of the oldest Champagne houses, family-owned and managed, with roots dating back to 1734. The Brut Reserve is their flagship non-vintage Champagne. |
Logistics
| Weight | Standard 750ml Champagne bottle weight |
| Cork | natural cork |