NV Taittinger Brut Prestige Rose, Champagne, France (750ml)

WINEMAKER’S NOTES:

Blended from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, this is a succulently fruity, supple and aromatic Champagne with fine bubbles and a crisp, refreshing finish of extended length.Taittinger Cuve Prestige Ros is intense cherry-pink in color with extremely fine, persistent pinpoint bubbles rising in delicate strands to the surface of the wine. Its classic, aromatic Pinot fragrance of red raspberries and strawberries is offset by elegant, subtle floral and earth nuances. On the palate, the ripe, full berry flavors are vibrant yet refined, delicately balanced by a fresh acidity which carries into a crisp, refreshing finish of persistent length.

TASTING NOTES:

The latest release of Taittinger’s NV Brut Prestige Ros is showing very well, revealing inviting aromas of red berries, plums, orange zest, crisp orchard fruit and freshly baked bread. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy but incisive, this bottling is based on the Brut Rserve, yet the addition of still red winemuch of which is produced in houseimparts structuring phenolics that complement the wine’s generous core of fruit to great effect. Readers should not that this cuve’s clear glass makes it vulnerable to light strike, so it’s especially important to buy properly stored bottles.

– Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, 91 pts.

This mouthwatering ros shows lovely harmony and a fine, chalky texture, with appealing flavors of raspberry preserves, toast and candied kumquat. Offers an elegant, smoke-tinged finish.

– Wine Spectator, 91 pts.

Darker color. Lots of fruit and a creamy texture with cooked apples and cherries and strawberry undertones. Medium to full body. Delicious finish that is dry and fruity. Drink now.

– James Suckling, 91 pts.