Moët & Chandon : Brut Impérial Bow End of the Year Edition

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial Champagne

Tasting

Appearance

Bright and alluring, the golden yellow colour is edged with green highlights, evoking the freshness and energy that characterise this Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial champagne.

Nose

The nose opens with delicate floral, fruity (apple, pear) and citrus notes. With aeration, the bouquet blossoms and gains in complexity, revealing aromas of fresh brioche and nuts.

Palate

Both elegant and generous, the palate marries invigorating pome fruit flavours with a rich, savoury texture, all underpinned by remarkable balance. The persistent finish captivates with its precision and vitality.

Serving

To fully enjoy this Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial champagne, it is recommended to serve it at an ideal temperature of between 8 and 10°C.

Food and Champagne Pairings

Seafood, fine fish, white meats, as well as certain cheeses and light desserts, pair wonderfully with Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial champagne.

The Aromatic Delicacy and Vivacity of an Exceptional Brut Champagne in a Limited Edition

The Estate

Founded in 1743 by Claude Moët, a visionary entrepreneur and shrewd wine merchant, Moët & Chandon quickly won favour with the great courts of Europe. It was his grandson, Jean-Rémy Moët, who carried the reputation of this Champagne House to the four corners of the world, making it a symbol of excellence and audacity in the art of champagne making.

It is to Jean-Rémy Moët that we owe the creation of the legendary Moët Imperial, a cuvée conceived as a tribute to Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The Emperor, a regular guest at the estate, is said to have popularised, together with his soldiers, the practice of sabering bottles of Moët & Chandon to celebrate his military triumphs.

Since joining the LVMH group in 1987, the House of Moët & Chandon has continued to craft exceptional cuvées, testaments to unrivalled expertise and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

Moët Impérial Brut Champagne: A Legendary Cuvée

Since 1869, Moët Impérial Brut champagne has embodied the very soul of Moët & Chandon. Crafted from a blend of more than 200 crus selected across Champagne, this benchmark cuvée illustrates the harmonious encounter of heritage, refinement and modernity. Celebrated for its generous fruitiness, its gourmand palate and its graceful maturity, this Brut champagne has stood the test of centuries, winning over enthusiasts and experts alike with its aromatic richness and impeccable balance. Moët Impérial Brut is an invitation to explore the diversity of the grape varieties and terroirs of Champagne, a faithful reflection of all the splendour of this exceptional region.

The Limited Edition

For the end of the year, Moët & Chandon adorns each bottle of its limited edition Brut Impérial Édition Bow with its famous black bow.

Vinification and Ageing

This Moët Impérial Brut champagne includes between 20 and 30% reserve wines, carefully chosen to deepen its complexity and ensure its consistency. The three emblematic grape varieties — Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay — are precisely blended to weave a subtle harmony of structure, roundness and lightness. This meticulous vinification work, combined with skilful ageing, gives rise to the singular characteristics and distinctive flavour profile of the Brut Impérial.

Blend

This Brut champagne is crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir (30 to 40%), Pinot Meunier (30 to 40%) and Chardonnay (20 to 30%).