Taittinger Champagne Brut Reserve NV

- Vitalie Taittinger: „This wine is our signature. It is the very expression of indulgence, joie de vivre, and elegance!”

- Notizen des Weinguts:
COLOUR: It has a bright, golden straw colour, with fine bubbles and an abundant, persistent foam.
NOSE: The nose is open and expressive, initially revealing aromas of white flowers, such as acacia with warm, honeyed notes, followed by the more mellow scent of hawthorn. With aeration, fruity scents emerge: yellow peach, mirabelle plum, and apricot, with a final touch of fresh vanilla.
PALATE: It begins with a lively yet melting attack on the palate, and the wine expresses itself with great finesse, fluidity, and balance on the mid-palate. The flavors shine in their richness, dominated by notes of brioche, honey, and vanilla. The finish, infinitely supple, is both full-bodied and
long, marked by a warm note of lightly roasted slivered almonds.
GASTRONOMY: With a base of fresh, joyful elegance, Brut Réserve is perfect for a wide range of occasions. Its vibrant character and developed aromatic profile make it an ideal choice for any celebration, adding a special touch to every stage of life.

- 93 Punkte Wine Review Online, Michael Apstein: „I have often wondered how Taittinger could make such a magnificent super premium Champagne, Comtes de Champagne, while simultaneously producing an anemic La Française, their non-vintage bottling. Something seems to have changed! Comtes de Champagne remains spectacular, still standing with any Champagne in that category, while La Française has taken on depth and complexity that balances its backbone. If you’ve liked it in the past, you will find it even more enjoyable. If you haven’t tried La Française recently, I suggest you do so.“

- 92 Punkte DECANTER, New Champange Releases für 2026 (11/2026): „Built around the 2022 vintage with reserve wines from the previous three years, the NV Champagne Brut Réserve is composed of 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, and the rest Meunier. Brilliant pale silver-yellow in color, it is fresh, generous, and fruity, with candied citrus, orange, fresh bread, silky peach, and white flowers. The palate is medium-bodied, with an elegant, pillowy mousse that complements its rounded texture and easy fruitiness. Already drinking well, it should develop nicely with a few years in bottle. This release was disgorged in early 2026. Drink 2026-2036.“

 - 92 Punkte JAMES SUCKLING, Claire Nesbitt: “Fresh croissants, green apples, grapefruit and light walnuts on the nose of this crisp, balanced Champagne. Medium-bodied, seamless and sleek. 40% chardonnay, 35% pinot noir and 25% pinot meunier. Base wine from 2021 (70%) with 30% reserve wines. 8 g/L dosage. Drink now.“