Taittinger Brut Réserve NV opens with an expressive nose of fruit, brioche, peach, white flowers and vanilla pod — lively and fresh on the palate with delicate flavours of fresh fruit and honey, harmonious and beautifully balanced with the renowned body and smoothness that defines Taittinger. A blend of Chardonnay 40%, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier 60% from over 35 different vineyards and vintages. Golden yellow with fine bubbles and a discreet, lingering foam. Champagne, France.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Taittinger Brut Réserve NV presents a golden yellow hue with fine, persistent bubbles and a discreet yet lingering foam — the hallmark of a Champagne matured to perfection across three to four years on sediments in Taittinger’s celebrated chais. Elegant, refined and immediately impressive in the glass.
Aroma
The nose is expressive and inviting — aromas of fruit, brioche, peach, white flowers and vanilla pod unfolding with gentle complexity and freshness. There’s a delicacy here that speaks to the high proportion of Chardonnay, unique among fine non-vintage Champagnes, and the aromatic maturity achieved through minimum three years of cellaring.
Palate
Lively and fresh on entry — delicate flavours of fresh fruit and honey harmonise beautifully, with the renowned body and smoothness of Taittinger’s Brut Réserve carrying through to a long, elegant finish. A traditional liqueur dosage added before bottling imparts the distinctive balance and roundness that has made this one of the world’s most consistently excellent Champagnes.
Pairs With
Equally at home as an aperitif or at the table — oysters, smoked salmon, sushi, soft cheeses, grilled scallops, chicken in cream sauce or a classic prawn cocktail. The fresh fruit, honey, brioche and fine bubbles make this a graceful and versatile companion for any celebratory occasion.
