DESCRIPTION:
The style here is rich, yes, but talk to the biggest Champagne geeks in the world, and you'll more commonly hear things like, "These are champagnes that emphasize elegance over richness, and with their refined demeanor they are well-suited to accompanying fine gastronomy" (Peter Liem, The Champagne Guide).
We agree with Liem: Bring on the Burgundy glasses and the butter-poached lobster. We love that Champagne has a reputation for being a partier, but we also think of it as a serious wine, a candidate for the dinner table or a quiet night in as much as a wild night out. Taittinger comes dressed for any of the above, making it our go-to bottle for gifting and dinner parties as well as cellaring.
The 2000 is exuberant, generous in its full-on aromatics and flavors, but underneath that, there’s a smart backend of clean, sharp acidity. There's a freshness that lends an intellectual thrill as well as a buoyancy on the palate.