Taittinger Brut La Française Champagne (1.5L, 12%)

A non-vintage Champagne in magnum format from Taittinger, bottled at 12% ABV. It is made by the traditional Méthode Champenoise, with secondary fermentation in bottle in chalk cellars beneath Reims. The blend is 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier, aged on the lees for nearly four years. Aromas include green apple, golden orchard fruit, warm pastry, marzipan, citrus oil and toasted almonds. The palate is bright and incisive with tangy acidity and pear, then lemon, candied pink grapefruit peel and mineral notes, with a refreshing finish of chalky salinity, white pepper and green apple.