Ratings
CT 89 · CT 89.2
Identity
| Producer | Taittinger |
| Year | Non-vintage |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | pale golden, brilliant straw-yellow |
| Aroma | brioche, roasted hazelnuts, citrus zest, chalky mineral notes, green apple, pear, peach, white blossoms, vanilla pod |
| Palate | delicate, creamy mousse, fresh acidity, flavors of grapefruit, stone fruits, lemon curd, subtle minerality, honeyed palate, balanced acidity |
| Finish | elegant, balanced, lingering with notes of honey and brioche |
| Food Pairing | seafood, shellfish, poultry, light cheeses, fresh salads |
| 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 secondary fermentation in bottle. |
Terroir
| Soil | Vineyards across the Champagne region with chalky soils. |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes carefully selected from over 35 different vineyards in Champagne. |
Interesting facts
| Taittinger is one of the oldest Champagne houses, founded in 1734, family-owned and managed, known for a high proportion of Chardonnay in the blend. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |