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Champagne Taittinger Brut Reserve NV presented in a 3 Litre Jeroboam bottle, a large format Champagne bottle which holds the equivalent of 4 standard bottles of Champagne. The Salmanazar of Champagne is named after the biblical Assyrian king.
Champagne Taittinger Brut Reserve is the signature cuvée from Champagne Taittinger, one of the few Champagne houses to remain independently family-owned and managed by the family named on the label!
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Champagne Taittinger can trace its origins back to 1734 when it was founded by Jacques Fourneaux, but the Taittinger family did not become involved until the company was purchased by Pierre Taittinger in 1931. Today, the company is run by Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger and his son, Clovis (export director) and daughter Vitalie (artistic director), both of whom are actively involved in the business.
The company headquarters are in Reims, located above magnificent 4th Century Roman cellars which at one time belonged to the Benedictine monks of the abbey of St Nicaise – there are miles of tunnels cut into the chalk which are perfect for the slow but necessary ageing process involved in making this great Champagne.
The Champagne Taittinger house style is dominated by the high proportion of Chardonnay in its wines, which proffers elegance, delicacy and finesse. Champagne Taittinger Brut Reserve is made from grapes sourced from throughout the Champagne wine-growing region; however, around 50% of the grapes come from the Taittinger Estate. It is a carefully balanced blend of wines from more than 40 different crus.
A Jeroboam of Taittinger Brut Réserve, holding 3 litres or 4 standard bottles, is a splendid choice for celebrations, serving 24-28 flutes.
Larger bottles like the Jeroboam have a smaller air-to-wine ratio, slowing oxidation and enhancing ageing. This delivers richer, more complex flavours with notes of peach, brioche, and citrus.
The rarity and craftsmanship of large-format bottles, often hand-riddled and labour-intensive, add prestige. Its striking size makes it a memorable centrepiece for weddings or special events.
Read more about large-format wine bottles here.
Jeroboam was a biblical king, the king of the northern Israelite Kingdom of Israel after the revolt of the ten northern Israelite tribes against Rehoboam that put an end to the United Monarchy.
The Brut Réserve is renowned for its golden yellow colour with a consistent, fine, lingering mousse. The nose is light and delicate with hints of fruits and brioche. The palate is lean, but has considerable depth and elegance with a long fresh finish.
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