TAITTINGER Comtes de Champagne 2014

Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014

Champagne Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014 belongs to the category of prestige cuvées produced exclusively from Chardonnay grapes sourced from the finest terroirs of the Côte des Blancs. This vintage cuvée exemplifies the historic approach of the House of Taittinger, renowned for its meticulous work with the Chardonnay grape variety and for expressing the character of terroirs classified as Grands Crus.

The 2014 vintage is characterised by contrasting climatic conditions in Champagne, which favoured the gradual ripening of the grapes and resulted in wines with a marked balance between freshness and maturity. The Comtes de Champagne 2014 cuvée is made from grapes sourced mainly from renowned villages in the Côte des Blancs such as Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Oger and Mesnil-sur-Oger.

Technical details

• Appellation: Champagne
• House: Taittinger
• Cuvée: Comtes de Champagne 2014
• Type: Vintage Blanc de Blancs
• Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Grape origin: Grands Crus of the Côte des Blancs
• Vintage: 2014
• Vinification: fermentation in vats and partly in barrels
• Ageing: extended ageing in chalk cellars
• Size: 75 cl bottle

Origin and production

The Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs cuvée is produced only in vintages considered to be of exceptional quality. The grapes come exclusively from plots classified as Grands Crus in the Côte des Blancs, a region renowned for its chalky soils, which are ideal for growing Chardonnay.

Some of the base wines are vinified in old oak barrels, a method that adds complexity and structure whilst preserving the varietal’s aromatic purity. After blending, the wine undergoes extended ageing in the house’s historic cellars, carved into Gallo-Roman chalk, which promotes slow and steady development.

Tasting

Colour

The colour is a pale yellow with luminous highlights. The effervescence is characterised by fine, regular bubbles.

Nose

The nose of Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014 reveals a gradually unfolding aromatic profile. Notes of citrus, white-fleshed fruits and flowers develop initially. Upon aeration, more complex nuances emerge, evoking dried fruit, brioche and certain mineral notes typical of the chalky terroirs of the Côte des Blancs.

Palate

On the palate, the attack is clean and structured. The texture highlights the precision of the Chardonnay, accompanied by a tension characteristic of the great Champagne terroirs. The balance rests on the combination of freshness, ripe fruit and a lingering finish.

Tasting and serving

The 2014 Vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne can be served as part of a gourmet meal or during a technical tasting of Champagne wines. It pairs well with dishes such as seafood, delicate fish or certain shellfish-based recipes.

The recommended serving temperature is generally around 10–12°C to preserve the wine’s aromatic precision and balance.

Why choose Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014

• An iconic cuvée from the House of Taittinger
• A blend made exclusively from Chardonnay Grands Crus
• A typical expression of the Côte des Blancs
• Partially barrel-aged, adding complexity and structure
• Long ageing in chalk cellars
• A vintage renowned for its balance

Storage advice

This cuvée can be stored for several years under suitable conditions: stored horizontally, at a stable temperature and in an environment protected from light. Maturation in the cellar allows Taittinger Prestige Champagne to gradually develop more complex aromas.

FAQ – Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014

What is Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014?

It is a prestige cuvée made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes sourced from Grands Crus in the Côte des Blancs and produced only in selected vintages.

Is Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014 a Blanc de Blancs?

Yes. This cuvée is made from 100% Chardonnay, which places it in the Blanc de Blancs category.

Which terroirs make up Champagne Comtes de Champagne 2014?

The grapes come mainly from villages classified as Grands Crus in the Côte des Blancs, notably Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Oger and Mesnil-sur-Oger.

How long can Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2014 be kept?

Thanks to its structure and extended initial ageing in cellars, this cuvée can develop favourably over several years when stored under appropriate conditions.

What is the ideal serving temperature for this champagne?

The recommended serving temperature is generally between 10 and 12°C to highlight the Chardonnay’s aromatic precision.

What makes the Comtes de Champagne cuvée unique?

This cuvée is distinguished by the exclusive use of Chardonnay Grands Crus and by extended ageing in chalk cellars, characteristics that contribute to its aromatic profile and its capacity for development.