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Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2012
96/100

Taittinger

Comtes de Champagne 2012 75cl

Pale gold in colour with warm golden highlights, fine bubbles of remarkable persistence. The nose opens on ripe apple, lemon tart, buttered brioche and acacia honey, with complementary notes of hazelnut and dried flowers. The palate is broad and generous, underpinned by a chalky white backbone,…

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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
96 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
Pure Chardonnay from the Grands Crus delivers a chalky minerality and bright citrus vivacity that are the hallmark of the Côte des Blancs.
Roundness
Ten years on lees bestow an enveloping, generous texture, carried by a heart of ripe fruit of remarkable softness.
Power
The 2012 vintage, rich and fleshy, yields a wine of broad, muscular body that expresses itself with considerable authority.
Length
The finish is of exceptional persistence, carried by notes of brioche, toasted almond and white chalk.

TASTING NOTES

Pale gold in colour with warm golden highlights, fine bubbles of remarkable persistence. The nose opens on ripe apple, lemon tart, buttered brioche and acacia honey, with complementary notes of hazelnut and dried flowers. The palate is broad and generous, underpinned by a chalky white backbone, leading to an exceptionally long finish of almond croissant and candied citrus.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
9g/LDosage
100%Chardonnay

Terroirs

An exclusive blend from the five Grand Cru villages of the Côte des Blancs — Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Oger. Only the cuvée, the first pressing, is used; five per cent is aged in new oak barrels before ten years of ageing on lees in the chalk galleries of the former Abbaye Saint-Nicaise in Reims.

Taittinger

About this house

Founded in 1734 in Reims, Maison Taittinger is one of the rare great Champagne houses still under family ownership. True to a philosophy centred on Chardonnay, the house cultivates an elegant and precise style, instantly recognisable for its aromatic delicacy and crystalline minerality.

The Comtes de Champagne, named in homage to the medieval counts who brought renown to the region, represents the pinnacle of Taittinger's craft. Produced only in exceptional years, this prestige cuvée ages beneath the Abbaye Saint-Nicaise, whose thirteenth-century chalk cathedrals provide conditions of rare and remarkable constancy.

Food pairing

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Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Sa minéralité calcaire et ses bulles d'une finesse extrême font merveille sur des gougères dorées à la sortie du four.

Starter

Starter

L'acidité citronnée et la texture crémeuse du vin épousent avec grâce la délicatesse d'un carpaccio de bar finement tranché.

Main course

Main course

L'accord classique par excellence : la générosité vineuse du Comtes de Champagne 2012 sublime la chair iodée et beurrée du homard.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Comtes de Champagne 2012” cuvée by Taittinger

5.0/5 · 22 reviews

Anaïs C.

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Won over

Highly recommended for the whole family. A delicate bouquet of white flowers. Everything was perfect, from ordering to delivery. We’ll definitely be doing this again.

Océane B.

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Delighted with my purchase

Chosen for a special dinner. Lovely liveliness and brilliant fruitiness. Fast delivery and impeccable packaging. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Martine D.

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Absolutely brilliant

Open for our New Year’s Eve dinner. Complex aromas and lovely liveliness. Fairly priced and reliable delivery. Exactly what I was looking for.

Niklaus B.

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No complaints

I’d been looking forward to it for Christmas, and it didn’t disappoint. Fine, elegant bubbles – a real treat. Top-notch delivery, as always. It really exceeded my expectations.

Louis P.

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Top notch

Excellent from start to finish. A real treat, from start to finish. A sure-fire hit.

Arnaud R.

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Pure joy

Carefully wrapped as a gift. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. I’m a satisfied customer – I’ll be back.

Etienne G.

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To be redone

Comes in a lovely box. A creamy mouthfeel and a clean finish. I’d recommend it without a second thought.

Stany H.

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Perfect

Recommended by a friend – spot on. A creamy fizz, very pleasant. In short, a place to remember.

Margaux G.

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A lovely discovery

My first order, and certainly not my last. A gourmet champagne, full of vibrancy. I’ll be ordering again in a heartbeat.

Lisa W.

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A real treat

This champagne is a lovely find. Just the right amount of dryness, never harsh. No complaints about the delivery. Unbeatable value for money.

Pauliina M.

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Very satisfied

Chosen to celebrate some good news. Round on the palate, with lovely structure. Well done.

Nathalie M.

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Top-class

Just the ticket for a wedding. Delicate bubbles that melt in the mouth. Perfect as a gift.

Bastien M.

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Exceptional

It saved my last-minute present. Lovely depth, on a par with the top brands. The parcel arrived sooner than expected. I’d recommend it to all wine lovers.

Loïc F.

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Magnificent

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. Light, airy and incredibly addictive. Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself.

Marc L.

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Excellent

Perfect for a birthday. Lively on the attack, full-bodied on the palate. A truly impressive wine. It’s sure to win you over.

Benjamin D.

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Top quality

Nothing to say – absolutely flawless. A distinguished champagne, full of character. A clear website and an easy ordering process. Perfect – no complaints whatsoever.

Justine S.

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A safe bet

Chosen as a gift. A full-bodied, well-balanced flavour – superb. The order arrived just in time for the occasion. My guests loved it.

Delphine C.

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Very good

A lovely surprise when opened. Delicate effervescence and subtle aromas. It has become my go-to champagne.

Justine D.

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I recommend

I discovered this through the website. It has a lovely length and a hint of minerality. I placed my order in the evening and it was dispatched the next day. I’d give it 5 stars without hesitation.

Lucien B.

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Impeccable

Served as an aperitif, it’s a real treat. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Damien S.

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A flawless performance

Just the ticket for marking the occasion. Elegant and sophisticated – absolutely spot on. Perfect protection for transport. Absolutely spot on – well done.

Just A.

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Loyal customer

This 2012 Comtes de Champagne is superb. A cuvée full of vibrancy and character. Well packaged and arrived without a scratch. I highly recommend it.