Founded in Reims in 1734, Maison Taittinger stands out notably for its brut cuvées, a true reflection of its exceptional expertise in blending. Each bottle embodies excellence, refinement, and elegance, offering an unparalleled tasting experience.
Brut Champagne: The Art of Blending
A Symbol of Style and Consistency
A signature of every Champagne House, brut champagne is crafted each year through precise blends created by the Cellar Masters. Regardless of the vintage quality or the harvest volume, the challenge is to reproduce a cuvée that symbolizes the identity of the House. Mostly non-vintage, this champagne is often referred to as Brut Sans Année (BSA) and represents the majority of champagne consumed in France.
The Subtle Balance of Dosage
Brut champagne is defined by the amount of liqueur d’expédition added after disgorgement. This liqueur, a refined mixture of pure cane sugar and reserve wine, is essential to maintaining a consistent style from year to year. The creation of a vast selection of reserve wines is therefore crucial for producing a Brut which, according to European regulations, contains less than 12 grams of sugar per liter, adjusted at the dosage stage.
The Diversity of Brut Champagne: Vintage and Non-Vintage
While brut champagne is often non-vintage, there are also vintage versions that capture the essence of a specific year, offering a unique expression of terroir and the savoir-faire of the Champagne Houses.
Taittinger’s Bruts: Remarkable Signatures
Cuvée Prestige Brut: Elegance and Harmony
Taittinger’s Cuvée Prestige Brut is a harmonious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This cuvée is distinguished by its finesse and liveliness, with delicate notes of fresh fruits and flowers. Aged for three years in the cellar, this champagne embodies elegance and subtlety, making every tasting a moment of celebration.
Brut Réserve: The Expression of Terroir
Taittinger’s Brut Réserve is a symbol of the House’s style and expertise. Comprising more than 35 different crus and aged for three years, this champagne achieves a perfect balance between richness and freshness. Its aromas of fruits and brioche make it an ideal choice for special occasions.
Brut Millésimé: A Unique Character
Each Brut Millésimé from Taittinger is the expression of a unique year. With its complexity and depth, this champagne reveals intense aromas and a rich structure, reflecting the singular character of the harvest and the emblematic grape varieties of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Comtes de Champagne: The Quintessence of the House Style
The Comtes de Champagne range from Taittinger features two exceptional cuvées, produced only in outstanding vintages. The Blanc de Blancs, made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes sourced from the five Grand Cru villages of the Côte des Blancs, embodies purity and minerality. The Rosé, a blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, seduces with its intensity and complexity. After long aging in the historic chalk cellars of Reims, these cuvées reveal the full elegance of the Taittinger style.
Prélude Grands Crus: A Masterful Selection
This cuvée, crafted from an equal blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir, comes exclusively from vineyards classified as Grand Cru. Only the first press juices are selected, ensuring a rare and exceptionally pure expression.
