Champagne Taittinger - Comtes de Champagne - Blanc de Blancs 1999

Wine:

Taittinger's Comtes de Champagne is made only in exceptional years, it is the highest expression of the House of Taittinger. No other champagne expresses the breeding of the Côte des Blancs terroir with such vigour, complexity and fullness. With superb full blown aromas and magnificent intensity, this champagne is stunning. The 1999 vintage expresses strength and finesse more than any other vintage. This is a champagne for great occasions. Its taste is impossible to forget.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, traditional vinification.

Color:

Pale yellow colour with silver highlights.

Nose:

Intensely fine and lofty on the nose, the wine opens with delicate scents of white flowers and mineral aromas accompanied by fresh almond and vanilla.

Palate:

The wine on entry is initially extremely fresh with citrus and lemon zest predominating. The finish is lively, long and complex, with brioche and toasted notes.

Temperature:

Serve between 6 and 8°C

Food and wine pairing:

As an aperitif, it is then ideal with seafood and fish type starters.

Cellar aging:

Drinking well now

Located in the major areas of the wine-growing Champagne region (Reims), Champagne Taittinger's vines cover 288 hectares. Recognizable by its unique style, Taittinger Champagne also owes its reputation to the absolute consistency of its quality.