Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2013
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2013 is a dry, light-bodied sparkling from Chardonnay (Champagne, France), in the sparkling style. Acidity is very high; oak influence is noticeable. Good with aperitif, oysters, fish and chips, eggs.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Rose 2009 Taittinger · Champagne | £283.00 | |||
| Champagne Agrapart Avizoise Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2017 Agrapart · Champagne | £174.60 | |||
| Henri Giraud Fut de Chene MV18 Henri Giraud · Champagne | £217.00 | |||
| Armand de Brignac Brut Gold Armand de Brignac · Champagne | £256.00 |
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 2013 is a distinguished vintage from the esteemed Champagne house, Taittinger, established in 1734. This exceptional cuvée is crafted exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, sourced from five Grand Cru villages in the Côte des Blancs. Avize, Chouilly, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Oger. Notably, 5% of the blend undergoes maturation in new oak barrels for four months, imparting subtle complexity to the wine. On the nose, it presents an elegantly charred profile with ripe white fruit aromas, complemented by hints of lemon meringue, poached apricot, and black cherry. The palate is vibrant and youthful, showcasing flavours of lime leaf, floral honey, and green mango, with a touch of oyster shell minerality. Its delicate mousse and refined acidity culminate in a long, chalky finish, reflecting the wine`s precision and potential for ageing. Disgorged at the end of 2023, this vintage has been lauded for its complexity and tension, with esteemed critic James Suckling awarding it 99 points.