{"product_id":"champagne-taittinger-brut-millesime-gift-boxed-france-champagne-2016-1-bottle","title":"Champagne Taittinger Brut Millésimé Gift Boxed France Champagne 2016 - 1 Bottle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaittinger Brut Millésimé is produced only in years when the quality of the harvest is considered exceptional. The 2016 vintage reflects the house's elegant and refined style, combining Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from carefully selected vineyards. Presented in a sophisticated gift box, it makes a distinguished choice for celebrations, special occasions and gifting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 growing season began with a mild winter, followed by spring frosts and heavy rainfall. Conditions improved significantly in August, with warm, dry and sunny weather helping the grapes achieve excellent ripeness. The harvest took place during a cooler September, resulting in wines with freshness, fruit character and elegant structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade exclusively from first-press wines, the cuvée combines 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir. Around 70% of the blend comes from Grand Cru vineyards, with the remainder sourced from Premier Cru villages. The wine is aged for more than five years in the cellars, allowing its aromas, texture and complexity to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pale golden yellow with a fine, persistent mousse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hawthorn, white flowers, pear, kumquat, verbena and gingerbread with a subtle minty note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh and energetic, with honeysuckle, ripe peach and citrus flavours supported by lively acidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and refined, with lingering citrus and delicate bitter orange peel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 70% Grand Cru fruit with the remainder from Premier Cru villages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Made exclusively from first-press wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Aged for more than five years in the cellar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Presented in an elegant gift box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fresh, refined and complex 2016 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy as an aperitif with cured ham, cheese puffs or prawns. Its rich structure also pairs beautifully with salmon, tuna, John Dory and scallop carpaccio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Taittinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44347036729524,"sku":"VP-CTBMGBFCB16-1P","price":363.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/d00df301e3656c9ee60243c45388.jpg?v=1786707004","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/champagne-taittinger-brut-millesime-gift-boxed-france-champagne-2016-1-bottle","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}