# Brut Réserve (NV)

- **Producer:** Taittinger
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €53
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 7–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, blossom, lemon, peach, apple, pastry, brioche, biscuit

## About this wine

Taittinger Brut Réserve is the flagship non-vintage Champagne from the Taittinger house, located in the Champagne region of France. It is characterized by its blend, which includes a significant proportion of Chardonnay (40%), Pinot Noir (35%), and Pinot Meunier (25%). The wine is a product of meticulous blending from over 35 different crus, ensuring a consistent style. The Taittinger family has a long-standing history in Champagne production, with a focus on maintaining the house's legacy of quality and elegance.

## Interesting facts

- Boasts a higher Chardonnay percentage (40%) than many non-vintage Champagnes.
- A blend sourced from over 35 different vineyard sites (crus).
- A minimum of three years aging in Taittinger's historic cellars.

## Food pairing

The wine's lively acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty proteins, while its subtle fruit notes complement seafood and poultry. The effervescence also cleanses the palate, making it versatile for a range of dishes.

## Wine making process

Taittinger Brut Réserve is produced using the traditional method of Champagne production. The grapes undergo primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Following blending, the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, followed by a minimum of three years of aging on its lees in the producer's cellars. Reserve wines, up to 20% of the blend, are used to ensure the consistency of the house style across vintages.