Taittinger - Comtes de Champagne - Grand Cru - Blanc de Blancs

96 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
Taittinger - Comtes de Champagne - Blanc de Blancs - 2008 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Taittinger - Comtes de Champagne - Grand Cru - Blanc de Blancs

96 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
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The 2012 Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne is showing beautifully out of the gates, offering up demonstrative aromas of sweet golden orchard fruit, buttery croissants, peach and hazelnuts. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and enveloping, it's a rich, textural, vinous Comtes somewhat reminiscent of the brilliant 2002. If it gains in tension and cut (as the 2002 did and as I suspect the 2012 will) with more time on cork, it will make this initial rating seem conservative.
The 2011 Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne has generated a certain amount of controversy in critical circles, with appraisals ranging from the condemnatory to the ecstatic, so I was curious to revisit a bottle with some more time on cork. Since I tasted it last year, the wine has tightened up a little, integrating its dosage and showing more of a structural backbone. Exhibiting aromas of crisp stone fruit, buttery pastry, freshly baked bread and hints of fresh hazelnut, it's medium-bodied, pillowy and racy, with an impressively seamless palate and delicate but penetrating finish. It isn't a powerhouse, but I continue to think that it's a genuine success in a challenging year.
Based on first pressing Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, the 2006 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs opens with a precise, fresh and concentrated bouquet of ripe fruits on the nose. On the palate this is a less rich and opulent 2006, but its complexity, intensity and tension in combination with the linear freshness, purity and serious expression in the long and mineral finish, make this a top wine of the vintage.
The 2007 Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne continues to show very well, and it hasn't evolved appreciably since I last tasted it a few months ago. Revealing a pretty bouquet of lemon oil, lily pollen, dried white flowers, blanched almonds and crushed chalk, it's medium to full-bodied, chiseled and tensile, with excellent depth at the core, racy acids and a pure, precise and notably chalky finish. Tight-knit without being austere, it's a very classically balanced middleweight Comtes that has a long future ahead of it.

Taittinger is a renowned Champagne producer that has been crafting exceptional sparkling wines for over 250 years. Situated in the heart of the Champagne region in France, Taittinger has established itself as one of the most prestigious and respected Champagne houses in the world.

The history of Taittinger dates back to 1734 when the Taittinger family first settled in the Champagne region. However, it was not until 1932 that the Taittinger Champagne house was officially founded by Pierre Taittinger. Since then, the family has been dedicated to producing exceptional Champagnes that showcase the unique terroir of the region.

Taittinger is particularly renowned for its Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs, a prestigious Champagne made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. This exquisite wine is considered one of the finest Blanc de Blancs Champagnes available, known for its elegance, finesse, and exceptional aging potential.

The style of production at Taittinger is characterized by a commitment to traditional methods and a meticulous attention to detail. The grapes used in their Champagnes are sourced from some of the best vineyards in the Champagne region, ensuring the highest quality fruit. The winemaking process involves a delicate balance of modern techniques and traditional craftsmanship, with a focus on preserving the natural flavors and aromas of the grapes.

Taittinger Champagnes are known for their refined and elegant style. The Blanc de Blancs, in particular, showcases the purity and freshness of the Chardonnay grape. It is a wine of great finesse, with delicate floral and citrus notes, a creamy texture, and a long, lingering finish. The Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs is aged for a minimum of 10 years, allowing it to develop complex flavors and a rich, creamy texture.

In addition to their Blanc de Blancs, Taittinger also produces a range of other exceptional Champagnes, including their Brut Réserve, Prestige Rosé, and Nocturne Sec. Each of these wines reflects the unique characteristics of the Champagne region and the Taittinger style.

Taittinger Champagnes have received numerous accolades and awards over the years, solidifying their reputation as one of the top Champagne producers in the world. Their commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and tradition is evident

Taittinger is a renowned Champagne producer that has been crafting exceptional sparkling wines for over 250 years. Situated in the heart of the Champagne region in France, Taittinger has established itself as one of the most prestigious and respected Champagne houses in the world.

The history of Taittinger dates back to 1734 when the Taittinger family first settled in the Champagne region. However, it was not until 1932 that the Taittinger Champagne house was officially founded by Pierre Taittinger. Since then, the family has been dedicated to producing exceptional Champagnes that showcase the unique terroir of the region.

Taittinger is particularly renowned for its Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs, a prestigious Champagne made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. This exquisite wine is considered one of the finest Blanc de Blancs Champagnes available, known for its elegance, finesse, and exceptional aging potential.

The style of production at Taittinger is characterized by a commitment to traditional methods and a meticulous attention to detail. The grapes used in their Champagnes are sourced from some of the best vineyards in the Champagne region, ensuring the highest quality fruit. The winemaking process involves a delicate balance of modern techniques and traditional craftsmanship, with a focus on preserving the natural flavors and aromas of the grapes.

Taittinger Champagnes are known for their refined and elegant style. The Blanc de Blancs, in particular, showcases the purity and freshness of the Chardonnay grape. It is a wine of great finesse, with delicate floral and citrus notes, a creamy texture, and a long, lingering finish. The Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs is aged for a minimum of 10 years, allowing it to develop complex flavors and a rich, creamy texture.

In addition to their Blanc de Blancs, Taittinger also produces a range of other exceptional Champagnes, including their Brut Réserve, Prestige Rosé, and Nocturne Sec. Each of these wines reflects the unique characteristics of the Champagne region and the Taittinger style.

Taittinger Champagnes have received numerous accolades and awards over the years, solidifying their reputation as one of the top Champagne producers in the world. Their commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and tradition is evident

Type:
Sparkling
Country:
France
Region:
Champagne
Appellation:
Champagne
Producer:
Taittinger
Grapes/Blend:
Chardonnay
Style:
Grand Cru, Blanc de Blancs, Brut
Serving temp:
6° - 8° C
ABV:
12.5%
Pairing Sugesstions:
Shellfish, Lobster, Goat Cheese, Crab, Fresh Herbs and Aromatic Dishes, Citrus-Based Dishes

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Taittinger is one of the most famous Champagne brands in the world, and one of the largest wineries in the Champagne region. Founded in 1932 by Pierre Taittinger,...

Taittinger is one of the most famous Champagne brands in the world, and one of the largest wineries in the Champagne region. Founded in 1932 by Pierre Taittinger, the estate is located in Riems with vineyards covering approximately 290 hectares distributed across the Champagne appellation.

Pierre Taittinger, an officer and prominent politician in 1915, didn’t foresee a life in winemaking, but after being assigned to the chief of staff based at Château de la Marquetterie, Pierre Taittinger fell in love. He decided to buy the property and its surroundings from the wine house Forest-Fourneaux and start a family legacy.

François Taittinger, Pierre’s son, took over the family business in 1945 and forged the signature style of the house. He was responsible for making Chardonnay their flagship grape because he was convinced of the potential that this variety would have among the consumers in the 20th century. After his untimely death in 1960, his bother Claude started managing the company until 2005, when was sold to a private investment firm. The new ownership didn’t seem compatible with Taittinger’s standards of quality and it’s for this reason that the Taittinger Family decided to buy back ownership in 2006.

Taittinger’s aim has always been the pursuit of excellence, as Pierre Emmanuel Taittinger, current Honary Chairman, sates:

“Having our family name on a bottle places demands and responsibilities on every minute. The name on the bottle conveys both the skills and knowledge of the past and a commitment to the future”.

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