Regarding the Champagne Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 2011 magnum
Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 2011 in magnum is a mythical cuvée, representing the quintessence of Maison TAITTINGER.
This champagne is exclusively elaborated from Chardonnay and sourced from the greatest crus of the famous Côte des Blancs.
Despite de challenging 2011 vintage (difficult maturity in Champagne area), this cuvée hold brilliantly its promises, thanks to the Grands Crus.
Following a very slow raising period of 8 to 10 years in the chalky cellars of Saint-Nicaise, this exceptional cuvée enters the light. Bubbles are fine, delicate and creamy. The nose unveils gourmand notes of licorice, gingerbread and meringue. This wine offers a great mineral power. The palate is generous and very charming.
This champagne is aimed to the greatest celebrations, it perfectly matches a seafood starter, fine crustaceans or fishes.
Flagship of Maison TAITTINGER, their Cuvée de Prestige in magnum is one of the very best available on the market !