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Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs by Taittinger 2013
Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs
by Taittinger 2013
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Producer : Taittinger
Region : Champagne (France), France (France)
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Food Pairing : Caviar, Rich Fish, Scallop, White Meat
Tasting Notes
"The 2013 Comtes de Champagne captures all the pedigree of this great vintage in its energy, depth and vibrancy. Lemon confit, dried flowers, chamomile, spice and crushed rocks all race across the palate. Passionfruit, ginger, marzipan and mint appear later, filling out the layers beautifully. Harvest took place in October in what has become the exception rather than the norm in Champagne.”
98 Points - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2023
Specs
| Bottles Per Case | 6 Pack |
|---|---|
| Point Score | 98 |
| Cellaring | Drink Now or Cellar |
| Sweetness | XD - Extra Dry See Sweetness Chart |
| Bottle Size | 750 ml |
| Producer | Taittinger |
| Region | Champagne (France), France (France) |
| Alcohol | 12.5% alc./vol. |
| Style | Sparkling |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Farming Method | Traditional |
| Grapes | Chardonnay |
| Food Pairing | Caviar, Rich Fish, Scallop, White Meat |
| Descriptors | Floral, Fruity, Mineral |
| Wine Type | Sparkling |
| Wood Presence | Oaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Price of Case | $2, 009.94 |
The Producer
Taittinger
Taittinger can trace its roots back to 1734 when it was originally called Forest-Fourneaux. Jacques Fourneaux, the founder, collaborated closely with local Benedictine monks to master the art of winemaking. This makes Taittinger the third oldest Champagne producer in history.
In 1932, the estate was acquired by the Taittinger family, who were wine merchants. Taking advantage of the Great Depression and the consequent low land prices, they also acquired extensive vineyards. From 1945 to 1960, Francois Taittinger developed the cellars in the Abbey of Saint-Nicaise. Upon his passing in 1960, his brother Claude assumed leadership, elevating the estate to global fame as a Champagne house. The Taittinger label became so esteemed that the family expanded its business into other luxury goods. However, this expansion eventually led to financial troubles.
In 2005, the Taittinger brand, including the Champagne house, was sold to the American-owned Starwood Hotel Group. This move was met with skepticism in the Champagne industry, with concerns that the new owners, unfamiliar with Champagne culture, would prioritize profits over quality.
Just one year later, Claude’s nephew, Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, who had opposed the sale, negotiated a €660 million deal with the Starwood Group, allowing the Taittinger family to reclaim ownership of the company. Consequently, Taittinger stands out as one of the few remaining independently owned Champagne Houses.
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