Taittinger 375ml

Taittinger is one of the last major Champagne houses still family-owned and family-run, founded in 1932 in Reims and known for leaning heavily on Chardonnay in its blends rather than the Pinot-driven style many of its neighbors favor. This 375 ml half-bottle is the classic non-vintage Brut, a blend of roughly a third each of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier drawn from multiple vintages for consistency year to year. Expect a pale gold color, fine persistent bubbles, and a nose of citrus and white flowers, with brioche and stone fruit coming through on the palate. It's built as an everyday-luxury Champagne rather than a rare vintage bottling, and the half-bottle size suits a smaller celebration or a single sitting.

How to drink Taittinger Brut

Chill it to around 45°F and serve in a tulip glass rather than a flat coupe, so the bubbles and aromatics last. It pairs naturally with oysters or a simple soft cheese if you want food alongside it.

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