Ratings
WS 91
Identity
| Producer | Taittinger |
| Year | Non-vintage |
| Vol | 1.5 |
| Classification | Flagship non-vintage Brut Champagne |
| Grapes | 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Brilliant golden yellow color with fine, persistent bubbles |
| Aroma | Aroma of brioche, roasted hazelnuts, citrus zest, chalky mineral notes, almond, vanilla pastries, peach, pear, floral notes, honey, dried rose petals, nutmeg, jasmine, and stone fruit |
| Palate | Delicate, creamy mousse with fresh acidity, layered flavors of pastry cream, poached apple, slivered almond, lemon zest, biscuit, bread, grapefruit, mineral, yeast, honey, brioche, vanilla pod, and a mousse-like texture |
| Finish | Mid to long finish with buttery, citrus, almond, and mineral notes |
| Food Pairing | chanterelles mushroom quiche, buttery lobster tail, crab legs, seafood, light poultry dishes |
| Serving Temp | 8–10°C |
| Aging Potential | Drink now or within 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 a minimum of 3 years in chalk cellars, lees aging 3-4 years |
| Fermentation | Traditional Champagne fermentation methods, blend matured to aromatic maturity |
Terroir
| Vineyards located in Champagne region including six Grand Cru in Côte des Blancs |
Interesting facts
| Taittinger Brut Reserve is a flagship non-vintage Champagne with a high proportion of Chardonnay (40%) unique among fine non-vintage Champagnes. It is aged a minimum of 3 years in chalk cellars to reach aromatic maturity. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |