2008 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 50% Chardonnay; 50% Pinot Noir
Classification 70% Grand Cru; 30% Premier Cru
Region Champagne
Sites Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs; Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims and the mouth of the Marne Valley; blend drawn from Grands Crus and Premiers Crus
Fermentation Vessels Bottle for secondary fermentation
Pressing Method Grapes Pressed Immediately In Vineyard Press Houses; Only First-Press Juice Used
Dosage 8.0 g/L
Production Details Selected Chardonnay and Pinot Noir were pressed immediately after harvest, using only first-press juice. Blending followed primary fermentation, and the final cuvée underwent secondary fermentation in bottle in Taittinger’s cool cellars.
Tasting Notes Intense floral aromas with honeysuckle, raisins, honeyed fruit and greengage plum; fresh, unctuous and supple on the palate, with balance and richness
Food Pairing Aperitif; seafood; shellfish; lamb; veal; risotto; white sauces
Critics Ratings 92
Producer Information
Website
Address
9 place Saint Nicaise, 51100 Reims, France
Phone
+33 3 26 85 45 35
Owner
Taittinger Family
Cellarmaster
Alexandre Ponnavoy