Magnum Comtes de Champagne 2012 - Maison Taittinger (Gift Box)
Champagne, Blanc de Blancs, 2012 Vintage, Magnum, Comtes de Champagne, Maison Taittinger
Tasting notes for the Comtes de Champagne 2012 - Maison Taittinger (Magnum)
- EYE: One is immediately captivated by its golden hue with luminous reflections. The fine bubbles rise with elegance, creating a dynamic effervescence in the glass. The clarity and brilliance of the color suggest a cuvée of great finesse.
- NOSE: From the first whiff, this champagne reveals a complex aromatic bouquet. Subtle aromas of white fruits such as pear and peach mingle with delicate floral notes. Light nuances of toasted brioche and hazelnut add a gourmet dimension to this refined olfactory experience.
- MOUTH: The palate is fresh and vibrant, awakening the taste buds with vivacity. The silky texture offers a creamy sensation that envelops the palate. The persistent flavors of white-fleshed fruits are beautifully balanced by delicate notes of honey and toasted brioche. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a delicate imprint in the mouth.
In short: The Comtes de Champagne 2012 magnum bottle from House Taittinger represents the alliance of elegance and generosity. It has excellent aging potential, as it can be successfully stored in your wine cellar for 10 to 15 years, allowing its aromas to develop. This exceptional champagne pairs perfectly with fine dishes such as seafood, noble fish, or even a delicate poultry dish.
Other appellations from this estate: Comtes de Champagne, Brut Réserve, Prestige Rosé, Prélude Grands Crus, Millésime, Folies De La Marquetterie, Nocturne Rosé, Nocturne, Demi Sec, Taittinger Collection...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2012
- Format
- 150 cl
- Color
- White Wine
- Production origin
- Reims
- Grape Variety
- Chardonnay
- % vol.
- 12,5 %
- Appellation
- Champagne
- Region
- Champagne
- Producer
- Maison Taittinger
- Packing
- Box
- Cuvée
- Comtes de Champagne
Champagne House from Reims
Before the House Taittinger was born, there was a Champagne wine trading created by Jacques Fourneaux in 1734. He used to work with the local Benedictine monks, who owned the majority of vineyards. In 1932, Pierre Taittinger, the patriarch of a family of Champagne wine merchants living in Paris since 1870, bought the Château de la Marquetterie (a jewel of architecture built in 1734 near Épernay, located in the middle of a huge vineyard) from the Champagne House Forest-Fourneaux. It was love at first sight for this former French military officer turned politician.
The purchase was not enough for Pierre, though. As the man was always quite fond of wine and winemaking. So, in 1934, he and his brother-in-law Paul Evêque also bought the entire Forest-Fourneaux company. As Pierre was unfortunately too occupied with his job as a member of the French Parliament, he convinced Paul to let his three sons help them with the estate. Claude, François and Jean Taittinger entered the picture.
Together, the siblings managed to breathe new life into the Reims Champagne house. François had an innate talent for management, and he led the troops from 1945 to 1960. The young man was the one who created the Taittinger brand as we know it and who developed the international side of the business. As for Jean, he was put in charge of expanding the vineyard in 1946, scouting for new locations. A few years later, he left the estate to become a politician like his father, ending up as one of the ministers of French President Georges Pompidou, in 1973.
After the tragic death of François, his second brother Claude took the helm of the House Taittinger, from 1960 to 2005. He continued the work started by his sibling, that is to say expanding the brand internationally, and bought 140 hectares of new vineyards. This marketing genius turned Taittinger into a synonym of style and elegance. In 2005, the House Taittinger was sold to the American investment firm Starwood Capital Group. It would only last one year, though: in 2006, Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, son of Jean, bought back the family estate from the investors.
Taittinger is once again the sole owner of the Château de la Marquetterie, its caves (that house more than 12 millions of bottles) and its 290 hectares vineyard. Claude left the group in 2006, to enjoy his well-deserved retirement, after nearly 50 years of hard work. Today, Pierre-Emmanuel's daughter Vitalie Taittinger is leading the family business since 2019, with the help of her brother Clovis.
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