2008 Technical Specifications
Region Champagne
Sites Grand Cru and Premier Cru fruit
Pressing Method First-Press Blend
Production Details The Sebastião Salgado Collection edition released in 2016 contains Brut Millésimé 2008, made as a first-press blend from Grand Cru and Premier Cru fruit. The producer does not state the grape percentages in this Collection entry.
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2002 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay; 50% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir origin not further specified
Pressing Method First Pressing Only
Production Details The Amadou Sow Collection edition released in 2011 contains Brut Millésimé 2002 made solely from first-press juice; the harvest ran from mid-September through the end of September.
Tasting Notes Rounded, smooth, open and mellow; aromatic, persistent Chardonnay with floral or fruit notes; full-bodied, rich and generous Pinot Noir with red-berry aroma
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2000 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay; 50% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir origin not further specified
Pressing Method First Pressing Only
Production Details The Robert Rauschenberg Collection edition released in 2007 contains Brut Millésimé 2000 made solely from first-press juice. Official US importer Kobrand states that fruit was pressed in the vineyards, the first pressing was transported to the winery for fermentation, secondary fermentation occurred in bottle, and the wine aged seven years on the lees.
Tasting Notes Floral and complex Chardonnay; full-bodied, flavorful Pinot Noir with red-fruit aroma
1998 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay; 50% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Production Details The Zao Wou-Ki Collection edition released in 2003 contains Brut Millésimé 1998; the harvest started in mid-September in rainy conditions.
Tasting Notes Intense and harmonious, with persistent freshness and strong ageing potential
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1992 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay; 50% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Production Details The Matta Collection edition released in 1998 contains Brut Millésimé 1992.
Tasting Notes Full-bodied, aromatic, balanced and vibrant, with lemon and floral notes and a long finish
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1990 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay; 50% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Estate Grown Yes
Production Details The Corneille Collection edition released in 1996 contains Brut Millésimé 1990; most of the blend came from Taittinger vineyards, and the harvest occurred relatively early.
Tasting Notes Strong, full-bodied, richly aromatic and fresh, with long-keeping character
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1988 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir origin not further specified
Production Details The Imaï Collection edition released in 1994 contains Brut Millésimé 1988; the harvest took place at the end of September.
Tasting Notes Clear, with excellent taste, aromatic potential and sophistication that improves with age
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1986 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Grand Cru vineyards in Champagne
Production Details The Hans Hartung Collection edition released in 1990 contains Brut Millésimé 1986.
Tasting Notes Balanced, with ideal acidity, sophistication, freshness and elegance
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1985 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir origin not further specified
Production Details The Roy Lichtenstein Collection edition released in 1990 contains Brut Millésimé 1985.
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1983 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir from Montagne de Reims Grands Crus
Production Details The Vieira da Silva Collection edition released in 1988 contains Brut Millésimé 1983.
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1982 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir origin not further specified
Production Details The André Masson Collection edition released in 1987 contains Brut Millésimé 1982.
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1981 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir from the Ambonnay and Bouzy Grands Crus in the Montagne de Reims
Production Details The Arman Collection edition released in 1985 contains Brut Millésimé 1981.
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1978 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 40% Chardonnay; 60% Pinot Noir
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs Grands Crus; Pinot Noir from Montagne de Reims Grands Crus
Production Details The Victor Vasarely Collection edition released in 1983 contains Brut Millésimé 1978.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
9 place Saint Nicaise, 51100 Reims, France
Phone
+33 3 26 85 45 35
Owner
Taittinger Family
Cellarmaster
Alexandre Ponnavoy