Brut Millésimé
Champagne
Taittinger Brut Millésimé is produced from selected Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes grown in vineyards in several of the finest microclimates of the Champagne region. It is produced only in vintage years when the harvest yields fruit of excellence equal to Taittinger’s rigorous standards of quality. The Chardonnay grapes are harvested from the Grands Crus of the Côte des Blancs and the Pinot Noir comes from the Grands Crus of Montagne de Reims and the edge of Vallée de la Marne. Following harvest, the grapes are pressed immediately in press houses located among the vineyards, yielding a first pressing which is the only juice used for this wine. At the winery, fermentation takes place under temperature-controlled conditions. Blending occurs after the primary fermentation, and thereafter the final cuvée undergoes the secondary fermentation in the bottle in Taittinger’s cool cellars. Aged for five years on the lees, the wine acquires complexity and the fine, pinpoint bubbles characteristic of its sparkle.
Cocktail Recipe:
Name: Sunset Mirage
Ingredients:
- 45 ml gin
- 30 ml passion fruit juice
- 15 ml fresh lime juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- A dash of orange bitters
- Ice cubes
Method:
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a thin slice of lime or an edible flower.
Description:
A bright, tropical cocktail with a refreshing citrus kick and a smooth, aromatic finish — perfect for warm evenings or casual gatherings.
The 2023 vintage was marked by a mild spring and a long, dry summer, allowing for slow and even ripening of the grapes. Harvest took place in early March under ideal conditions, yielding fruit with exceptional concentration and balance. The resulting wine shows vibrant acidity, refined tannins, and expressive aromas of blackberry, plum, and subtle hints of cedar and spice.
This Champagne is pale gold in the glass with fine, pinpoint bubbles. On the nose, aromas of white fruit and wild berries precede flavors of toast and yeast. Excellent minerality and refined acidity culminate in a lasting, full-bodied, round finish.
- A classic vintage Champagne produced from equal parts of black and white grapes
- Produced only in exceptional vintage years
- Aged in bottle more than 5 years
About the Grape
