Champagne Taittinger Brut Vintage 2015

Description

Champagne Taittinger Brut Vintage is only made when the harvest has been of such outstanding quality that it deserves to be fully vinified on its own as a single vintage. The wine is then only released for sale after several years of ageing in the cellars, allowing the aromas to mature slowly and the length and complexity of the wine to develop.

Taittinger Family Owned

The origins of Champagne Taittinger date back to the original house founded in 1734 by Jacques Fourneaux. However, its links to the Taittinger family started in 1931 when it was purchased by the founder of today’s company, Pierre Taittinger. Today, it remains owned and managed by the Taittinger family and is headed up by Pierre Emmanuel Taittinger.  Pierre Emmanuel’s son, Clovis Taittinger and daughter, Vitalie Taittinger, both work in the business, making it very much a family affair.

Headquarters In Reims

The Taittinger headquarters are in Reims, situated above magnificent 4th-century Roman cellars which at one time belonged to the Benedictine monks of the Abbey of St Nicaise. Its miles of tunnels and cellars are perfect for the slow but necessary ageing process involved in making this great Champagne. The hallmark of the Taittinger blend is the high percentage of Chardonnay it contains, which gives the wines ultimate elegance, delicacy and finesse.

Champagne Taittinger Brut Vintage Winemaking

• Blend: Champagne Taittinger Brut Vintage is composed of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir.

• Grape Origins: Chardonnay grapes mainly (70%) sourced from Grands Crus of the Côte des Blancs; Pinot Noir grapes from Crus of Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne.

• Juice Selection: Uses only first pressing juices to ensure excellent aromatic finesse and suitability for long storage.

• Ageing: Aged for 5 years in cellars to reveal its full potential.

Available to buy now at Fareham Wine Cellar.