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Visit the Taittinger Champagne House, a Real-Life Treasure Cave

The Taittinger family has been at the center of the French political and financial world since 1920.

But it was in the financial world - more especially, the business of wine-growing - that this famous family was notoriously successful, creating their Maison de Champagne Taittinger.

In 1932, Pierre Taittinger, Deputy and President of the Municipal Council of Paris acquired the "Forest-Fourneaux" Champagne house.

From 1960 to 2005, his son Claude allowed the entreprise to develop globally, thus contributing to the renowned reputation of this bubbly institution.

Endless Vines

The “St-Rémy,” the “Plat des Coutures,” The “Impériale,” the “Rouges Fosses,” the “Beaux Regards,” these parcels, acquired over the years, unite both the heritage and history of the Taittinger Champagne House . Today, this 288 hectare vineyard spans 34 different crus , among the best in the region. This covers approximately 50% of grape needs. This supply is completed with the purchase of grapes or wines carefully selected and obtained with independent winemakers and several cooperatives.

Mass Selection

Despite trends, 50 years ago Taittinger made the choice of mass selection for 90% of its vineyard. Where a clonal selection parcel comprises a dozen different plants that reproduce identically, a mass selection parcel comprises hundreds.The method showcases the know-how and expertise of the team that selects the finest possible vines . This process more natural and random than clonal selection is a prerequisite to guaranteeing the complexity and personality of each of Taittinger’s wines and to preserve the genetic patrimony of our region.

You have an appointment at 18 meters below the surface of the Earth

All year round, guides will welcome you to discover the art of Champagne making, at the heart of a unique place that links 4th century chalk mines with the vestiges of a 13th century Abbey.

Practical information:

Guides welcome visitors from Monday to Sunday (including Bank Holidays) during the season (April to November), from Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) out of season. Tours from 9:30 am to 11:50 am and from 2 pm to 4:20 pm (It's recommanded to arrive several minutes prior to the start of a visit, and to dress warmly. The visit is a walking tour.) Paying cellar tour lasts 1 hour, followed by a tasting.

Contacts: Champagne TAITTINGER 9, Place Saint-Nicaise 51 100 Reims Tél. : 03 26 85 45 35 Fax : 03 26 50 14 30

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The Prestige cuvée, a fresh and airy champagne, which offers a wide aromatic palette. The Les Folies de la Marquetterie cuvée is perhaps the one that is most attached to the Taittinger Champagne House, because it is made from vines planted around the Marquetterie estate, a castle belonging to the house. Finally, the house's prestigious cuvée is Comte de Champagne Blanc de Blancs un, 100% Chardonnay, which draws its strength and elegance from the exceptional terroir of the Côte des Blancs.

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Is Taittinger Champagne House Worth Visiting in Reims?

Taittinger Champagne House is a fairly well-known attraction in Reims, and is known for its historic cellars dating back to the 4th century.

Taittinger Champagne House is a popular winery in Reims. You should visit if you have time. The crowds here are not as busy as with other attractions, but it still sees quite a few visitors. The crowds tend to get larger duing the peak travel season, too.

What is Taittinger Champagne House?

Taittinger Champagne House, founded in 1734, is one of the oldest and most prestigious champagne producers in Reims. Visitors to the house can explore its historic cellars, which date back to the 4th century, and learn about the traditional methods of champagne production. Guided tours offer insight into the winemaking process, from grape cultivation to bottling, and conclude with a tasting of Taittinger's renowned champagnes. The house also features a museum showcasing the history and heritage of the Taittinger family and their contribution to the world of champagne. With its elegant surroundings and exceptional wines, a visit to Taittinger Champagne House is a must for champagne enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.

This might not be the best for kids, as it's more oriented towards adults. This is a fairly romantic spot for couples, so be sure to come if you're traveling as a couple. This place is not the best spot for budget travelers and backpackers, though.

Visiting Taittinger Champagne House

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Entry to Taittinger Champagne House costs €37 or more, depending on the selected tour and tasting options.

Do I need a tour for Taittinger Champagne House?

Tours specifically for Taittinger Champagne House are generally not available, so you'll be on your own to explore.

Do I need to book in advance?

Booking in advance is not required, but highly recommended to reserve your spot. Entry tickets cost €37 or more, depending on the selected tour and tasting options. You can book ahead here: Website .

How long does it take to visit Taittinger Champagne House?

A typical visit will last around 2 hours. You'll be walking a lot, so wear comfortable shoes. Everything is indoors here, so you can escape the weather if needed.

When is the best time to visit Taittinger Champagne House?

As for the time of year, Taittinger Champagne House is equally busy year-round. To avoid the crowds, try to arrive early or later in the day. Visit on weekdays, and avoid the high season if possible. It's only possible to visit during the day.

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10 Things You Should Know About Champagne Taittinger

words: Tim McKirdy

Taittinger’s non-vintage brut Champagne is a refreshing, fruit-driven bottle of bubbles. You’ve no doubt come across it in your local wine store, given that the Champagne house is one of the region’s largest producers.

You may, however, be less familiar with the proper pronunciation of the brand’s name. Or, it may come as a surprise to learn that Benedictine monks planted some of its original vineyards. Here are 10 more things you should know about Champagne Taittinger.

It’s nearly 300 years old.

In 1734, a wealthy textile merchant named Jacques Fourneaux founded a Champagne house named Forest-Fourneaux. He worked with Benedictine monks — at the time, the owners of the region’s finest vineyards — to learn how to produce sparkling wine.

By the 1930s, however, Forest-Fourneaux hit hard times, with Prohibition, the Great Depression, and the First World War negatively affecting exports.

In 1932, a wine merchant named Pierre Taittinger acquired the estate and relaunched it under his family name. Part of the sale included the opulent 18th-century Château de la Marquetterie as well as the monks’ original vineyards.

Pierre Taittinger was a French war hero.

Pierre Taittinger’s first visit to Champagne came while serving in the French army. After sustaining combat injuries, the young officer was transferred to Château de la Marquetterie, which was being used as a French command post at the time. During the stay, Taittinger promised himself that, if the opportunity ever arose, he would one day purchase the grand estate for his family.

In recognition of his First World War service, Taittinger received the Légion d’honneur (Legion of Honour), the French military’s highest order of merit.

Taittinger is one of Champagne’s Grandes Marques .

In the decades following the acquisition of Forest-Fourneaux, Taittinger established itself as one of the region’s preeminent houses and a leading Champagne brand. In the 1950s, it joined the Union des Maisons de Champagne , a syndicate of Champagne houses (also known as the Grand Marques ) that includes the likes of Bollinger, Laurent Perrier, Moët & Chandon, and Louis Roederer.

You’ve likely been pronouncing its name all wrong.

In English-speaking countries, we usually refer to the famous Champagne house as Tat-in-ger . To pronounce the estate’s name with French flair, however, use the local pronunciation: Tet- ahn – zhay.

Taittinger is one of Champagne’s largest producers.

Of the 300 million bottles of Champagne produced annually, Taittinger accounts for somewhere between 5 and 6 million of them, placing it in the top five houses by production size.

The house blend is fruity, floral, and Chardonnay-driven.

Taittinger’s leading label is its non-vintage Brut Reserve, a blend that typically contains 40 percent Chardonnay , 35 percent Pinot Noir , and 25 percent Pinot Meunier. The resulting wine is fresh and delicate, with fruit and bready notes.

In the best vintages, Taittinger also produces a Comtes de Champagne prestige cuvée. The 100 percent Chardonnay grapes for this release come exclusively from grand cru vineyards, while the must comes exclusively from the grapes’ first pressing. Complex, elegant Comtes de Champagne is capable of aging for decades.

Taittinger also produces rosé wines, both in non-vintage and Comtes de Champagne forms.

Its special wines age in a very special location.

Taittinger ages its Comtes de Champagne and Comtes de Champagne Rosé wines in crayères , a 2.5-mile underground network of chalk caves. Originally dug by the Romans, the caves provide the perfect conditions for cellaring wine. Taittinger is one of just five Champagne houses that age their wines in this way.

Taittinger, not Bollinger, is James Bond’s favorite Champagne.

While fans of the James Bond movie franchise might associate the British spy with Bollinger, in the original Ian Fleming novels Bond drank Taittinger. In “Casino Royale,” the first in Fleming’s series, Bond describes Taittinger as “probably the finest Champagne in the world.”

Taittinger has overseas ambitions.

In 1987, Taittinger partnered with American distributor Kobrand to purchase 140 acres of land in California. The goal was to create a high-quality American sparkling wine, and so the company, then headed by Pierre’s son Claude, chose Carneros, one of Napa’s cooler sub-regions, as its ideal location. They called the joint venture Domaine Carneros .

Thirty years larger, Taittinger took its first steps into English sparkling wine and planted its first vines in Kent, in the southeast of the country. The first bottles from the venture, named Domaine Evremond, will go on sale in 2023.

Taittinger grows many of its own grapes.

It’s common practice for Champagne houses to buy, rather than grow, the majority of the grapes used in their production. With more than 700 acres of vines, however, Taittinger is one of the region’s largest vineyard owners. Despite those extensive plantings, Taittinger also buys up to 50 percent of the grapes it uses to supply its substantial output.

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Welcome to the blog, our visit to champagne taittinger in reims, france, april 10, 2023.

On our recent visit to the Champagne region in France, we had the great pleasure of visiting the Champagne house, Taittinger. While I was planning my trip to Champagne, Taittinger was at the top of my list for multiple reasons. I’ve always enjoyed their Champagnes, because they are elegant, consistent, and great for everyday or special occasions. They are also one of the only few remaining independent, family owned Champagne Houses. While their actual caves and production facility were undergoing some renovations during our visit in April 2023, we were still able to experience an educational tasting with them in the heart of the city of Reims.

History of Champagne Taittinger

Champagne Taittinger was founded in 1931 by Pierre Taittinger after the first world war. Since Pierre founded and established the brand, it has, since been passed down through multiple generations in the family. With each passing decade, the family members focused on expanding their vineyards and the quality of production. Today, the company is lead by female President, Vitale Taittinger, daughter of Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger.

The Taittinger Vineyards

Today, Taittinger has 752 hectares of vineyard holdings located in Côte des Blancs’, the ‘Vallée de la Marne’ and the ‘Montagne de Reims’, making it the third largest domaine in Champagne. All together they grow 37% Chardonnay, 48% Pinot Noir, and 15% Pinot Meunier.

Champagne Taittinger focuses on advanced techniques and responsible viticulture practices. Instead of using herbicides, they opt for cultivation techniques such as horse-drawn ploughing and grassing the vineyards. Taittinger has been using sustainable approaches for the last 10 years. They use eco friendly practices such as responsible management of water and fertilizers to preserve the biodiversity of vineyards sites.

Champagne Taittinger Wines

Champagne Taittinger makes a range of styles, focusing on quality and exceeding minimum aging requirements on all cuvées. The Brut is their most popular house blend, but they also make a variety of other styles. They have a Brut Rosé, the ‘Nocturne’ which has a higher dosage, the Prelude Grande Crus, and a Demi-Sec. The house style at Taittinger is to use a higher proportion of Chardonnay grapes in its blends than other larger houses. Of course, the most famous and outstanding wine that uses 100% Chardonnay is the ‘Comtes de Champagne’.

Comtes de Champagne

Only in the very best years, Champagne Taittinger makes the Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs . This wine comes from exceptional vineyard conditions in the Côte des Blancs region. In 1952, the first Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs was created to honor the counts of Champagne, and Thibaud IV in particular. Today, you will find his seal on every bottle of Taittinger. This wine only uses first press juice, with a small percentage aged in oak for subtle toast notes. The cuvée is aged for up to 10 years underground in the famous Chalk caves before release. At our tasting, we tasted the latest vintage, 2012.

Taittinger Immersive Tasting Experience

The ‘Comtes de Champagne’ or the ‘Counts of Champagne’ used to stay at La Dameure located in the heart of Reims. During the Medieval times, this was a place where Kings had their coronations, celebrations, receptions, and where other special events took place. Today, this location is owned by Champagne Taittinger and is the current location of their unique, immersive tasting.

The experience, “At the Table of Thibaud IV” was a fun, immersive tasting located at La Demeure des Comtes de Champagne. The Medieval architecture and history of the building is a fascinating setting, as you are transported back through the sounds and story of a medieval gathering. During the tasting we tried the famous Taittinger Brut Champagne and the outstanding Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs. We loved our knowledgable tour guides and it was fun to be transported back through the setting and tasting the wine.

Visit Champagne Taittinger

The experience “At the Table of Thibaud IV” is available in Reims with tastings daily. You visit Champagne Taittinger here . Currently the Champagne Taittinger caves and production facility are undergoing renovations with plans to be complete in 2024. We will definitely have to plan a trip back once the renovations are finished! To find Taittinger at a retailer near you, click here.

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What to expect on your Taittinger wine tour

Yes, you should visit champagne country at any time of year. Yes, you should take a tour with a smaller winery to get to understand the process. And YES, you should definitely take a Taittinger wine tour! Stories, photos, and logistics after the jump – so read on!

May 16, 2018 //  by  Luke and Meagan

Last updated on August 2nd, 2018 at 12:38 pm

When you hear “champagne country”, it certainly catches the imagination – you can envision leafy, sprawling vineyards, blue skies, and opulent wineries. While the leafy bits may be seasonal, this is all accurate. So, when we planned our trip to Reims , we knew that the two highest-priority things we wanted to do were A) visit the Reims cathedral, and B) taste some of Reims’ world-famous champagne, and perhaps do a Taittinger wine tour, or tour with one of the other champagne houses in town.

But, we had some pretty serious questions and logistics to hammer out beforehand. Good news is (spoiler!) it was all worth it!

First of all, should we visit champagne country in winter?

YES. It’s cold, and it’s probably going to be windy, so bring a jacket and your camera and get ready to be wowed.

Boyfriend Perspective:  If you have to ask this question you should definitely go so you understand that you don’t ever have to ask this question again. It’s amazing!! Just bundle up.

How to decide which champagne house to visit

Here’s the bottom line: there is NOT a bad choice here. However, your choices include Taittinger, Mumm, Veuve Cliquot, Moet & Chandon, Pommery, Bollinger, and Ruinart (among others).

From this list, we decided to tour Taittinger (pronounced “tay-tan-zhay”) for the following reasons:

• Affordability. Touring big champagne caves isn’t necessarily cheap, but Taittinger offers one of the more affordable suites of cave tours and tastings that we found.
• Seasonality. This was perhaps the biggest deciding factor. We wanted to visit Mumm, but Mumm’s champagne caves don’t open for tours until mid-to-late March, and we planned to visit in late February. WOMP. But Taittinger was open and happy to show us around.
• History. It’s hard to find a big champagne house that doesn’t have a long history. Taittinger, in particular, dates back to the 1700s, when the founder began working closely with local monks who had discovered and refined the process of creating bubbly wines. The caves, themselves, are a part of the crayeres , or Roman chalk mines, that run under much of Reims and are certified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Notoriety . Ever walked to the champagne section of your local wine store? Most of the big champagne houses are represented. And there’s nothing quite as cool as being able to toast a celebration with a wine whose origins you’ve become very familiar with.

Boyfriend Perspective: You know, I wasn’t into wine very much – champagne even less so. Touring the house, learning the history of champagne, and tasting different types provides an education and appreciation of an art form. I also found out I have a classy palette and just hadn’t had good champagne yet. Taittinger’s Vintage and Grand Cru are delicious! I absolutely recommend getting multiple tastings with your tour so you experience the differences.

Booking a tour with Taittinger

You have three very easy options when it comes to reserving your spot and booking a champagne cave tour:

• Reserve online. Head over to taittinger.com and pick your ideal day and time. From there, choose what type of tour you’d like (basically, how much you’d like to drink after you finish walking through the crayeres), and provide your payment info, and you’re ready to go!
• Walk up. If you’re visiting in the tourist season (late spring, summer, or early fall), DEFINITELY don’t just walk up. That said, if you’re visiting in a less busy time, you can book and pay onsite during their business hours. This is what we did, and it was extremely easy.

Boyfriend Perspective:  Select how many tastings you want, pay, and tour. The hostess was pleasant and spoke English, so those like me (who can’t speak French) can enjoy the tour too.

• Book with a third party. If you’d prefer to avoid planning all the logistics, there are plenty of fantastic trips to Reims from Paris and from Reims out into champagne country that will make sure you stop at the incomparable Taittinger, among other of the big champagne houses.

Getting to Taittinger

Got 30 minutes? You can probably walk from downtown Reims, near the Notre Dame cathedral, to Taittinger, in less time than that. Bonus, you’ll be very close to the Saint Remi Basilica, which you absolutely have to explore if you love stained glass and religious relics, AND you’ll quite possibly pass the oldest timber-framed house in Reims, pictured above.

You can also take a quick Uber or a taxi if you’re not feeling the mood or weather for walking. If you have a car and choose to drive, know that parking is extremely limited outside the winery, so give yourself enough time to find a spot.

Appearance-wise, don’t expect anything showy from the outside. The whitewashed exterior is very noticeable, but not ostentatious like Veuve or Pommery might be. It actually feels very modern and clean.

Boyfriend Perspective:  I think the conservative exterior allows it to blend in to surrounding buildings, besides the champagne speaks for itself with exception.

The Taittinger champagne cave tour

After booking, we waited in the lobby for our Taittinger wine tour to start. There, they have a beautiful wall of champagnes, and a scale replica of what the area would’ve looked like a few hundred years ago or more, when the abbey that originally occupied the site was still standing. All excellent for quick photos 😉

Then, our very glamorous tour guide ushered us into a screening room, where we got to sit in theater seats while we watched a video introduction to the Taittinger family and business. After about 15 minutes, our guide retrieved us, and led us down a spiral staircase into the caves.

It’s worth noting that most of what are called caves are actually deep, well-supported cellars. This is where much of the wine is stored or rests. She showed us graffiti from when the caves were used as bomb shelters in the first World War, a much-older effigy to Saint Nicaise (patron saint of wine), and also showed us how the traditional wine racks work and how the bottles are manipulated so the sediment settles properly.

And then she led us into the cray è res , themselves. While walking through underground caves is certainly dark, you can still see the chisel marks in the walls from the Roman, Benedictine, and French hands that dug out and created the form of these chalk mines over the centuries. There’s even Roman graffiti on a couple of the walls!

We ended by walking back up another spiral staircase and through the tasting room, which features an exhibit of bottles decorated by famous artists, and an exhibit of Roman and Benedictine winemaking tools found onsite.

Boyfriend Perspective:  The sheer number and variations of bottles in the chalk mines was impressive, and it’s not even the largest cellar they have! O_o

Champagne tasting at Taittinger

No Taittinger wine tour would be complete without samples! When we booked, we chose the budget-friendly splurge tour called L’Instant Devoile , which provides 2-3 tastings. During the tasting, you get a great idea of what “mouthfeel” is. Frankly, I’ve always loved wine, but I wasn’t really sure what “mouthfeel” was supposed to quantify. When you’ve got bubbles of different sizes and vivacity, it makes a lot more sense – that factor completely changes the taste and experience of each wine.

Boyfriend Perspective: By this point, I’m a very happy person drinking champagne. Unsurprisingly to me, I want to upgrade for more tastings.

We also got a quick crash course in what else to look for in champagne tastes and vintages. For instance, brut is going to be the champagne you want – brut champagnes have no additional sugars outside of what’s left over from the fermentation of the grapes. It’s tart, and it’s what any self-respecting Reims citizen would drink. Demi-sec – champagne with additional sugar added – is really only produced for export to places, like the US, that have a much bigger sweet tooth.

We got to hang around the tasting counter, chatting with our guide and other visitors/tour-takers, and then finally wandered on out to walk off our tasting as we returned to town.

Final thoughts about our delightful tour of Taittinger champagne

This champagne house is beautiful, the tour is well-done, and the brand and product are steeped in an enormous amount of history. If you want to get a solid feel for one of the industries that this lovely little town has become so famous for, this is a great way to do it. Plus, you might even leave with a delightful little buzz 😉

One more final thought… book a champagne tour of Taittinger (or any other legendary champagne house) ASAP!

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June 10, 2018 at 8:19 am

A Taittinger wine tour sounds like an exceptional experience, Luke and Meghan. What convinced me to add this place to my bucket list is that champagne house. How long does the tour last?

July 2, 2018 at 9:02 pm

The tour is a couple hours long – not bad at all, but long enough to help you feel immersed in champagne culture 🙂

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Location: Maison Taittinger is located in Saint-Nicaise Abbey, Reims.

When was Taittinger founded? Maison Taittinger was initially founded as Forest-Fourneaux in 1734.

Who founded Taittinger? The Champagne House was founded by Jacques Fourneaux as Forest-Fourneau before becoming Taittinger under Pierre Taittinger in 1932. It’s one of the few independent, family-run Champagne Houses in France.

Winemaking Designation: Negotiant Manipulant – half of the fruit Taittinger uses for vinification comes from their vineyards, while the rest are bought from contract growers.

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How many vineyards does taittinger have.

Taittinger has 37 independent vineyards, spanning a total of 712 acres.

Where are the vineyards?

Maison Taittinger has vineyards in the villages of the Côte des Blancs, the Vallée de la Marne, and the Montagne de Reims.

Around 37% of their Chardonnay grows on the chalky slopes of the southern Côte des Blancs. 95% of the vineyards here are planted with Chardonnay vines, including those in the villages of Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Oger. Each vineyard has excellent soil quality for the Chardonnay.

The Vallée de la Marne is where the House grows 15% of their Pinot Meunier. In Montagne de Reims, they primarily (or mostly) grow 48% of their Pinot Noir, which is the base for their Champagne blend.

Growing Practices at Taittinger

Are they organic or biodynamic.

The Champagne House takes pride in growing its own grapes with the help of growers and artisans. Their vines are grown in a traditional manner in accordance with the standards of sustainable development.

However, extreme weather conditions pose threats to their vineyards. Covering their plots with grass and working mechanically without the use of herbicides is one of the best measures they could take to maintain sustainability.

The House does not have organic or biodynamic certification. Their approach to viticulture is different, as they aspire to be 100% sustainable by themselves and don’t want to follow for the sake of becoming certified.

That said, they are still in the process of experimenting with different tools and growing methods to better deal with any occurrences in the vineyards.

In 2017, Taittinger’s vineyard crews received High Environmental Value (HVE) certification, a sustainability program that aims to promote biodiversity.

Winemaking at Taittinger

Who is the winemaker.

Alexandre Ponnavoy is the cellar master at Maison Taittinger.

With a passion for the art of making champagne, Ponnavoy first ventured into the world of sparkling wines in California and South Africa and later joined the Station notechnique de Champagne, serving as an oenology consultant for more than 10 years. He started making wines at Taittinger in 2018.

What types of wine-making techniques do they use?

The House combines meticulous and traditional winemaking techniques, which embodies the classic method and mastery used in crafting the finest quality Champagnes.

When it comes to achieving the house style of their Champagnes, the blends are the key. The Chardonnay is what the Maison calls the “heart” of every batch. Besides the blend, the cellar master also relies on not just their technical expertise, but also on their intuition.

The plots’ condition before the harvest season allows them to identify which ones are ready for vinification. And from there, they plan on how to equip the winery for their future blends.

The juice from each fruit the House uses to craft the blends is pressed separately in the press houses. Then, they will be transported to their cellars in Reims for primary fermentation, which takes place in stainless steel vats as vins clairs .

After the first fermentation, the team blends the wines to the Taittinger style. And bottling comes next, where they add small amounts of yeast and sugar, as well as clarifying agents used to initiate secondary fermentation.

At this point, the wines should be producing CO2 and bubbles should start forming. As soon as the wines complete the alcoholic fermentation, they are put on the lees or sur-lie maturation.

If left on the less for a longer period, they’ll produce the highly coveted toasty and nutty aromas that lend a nice complexity to the wines. They can rest on the less for 7 years or more, which is more than twice the time required by the appellation.

Interestingly, the House ages their Champagnes in the famous crayères , which are chalk pits dug by Romans. Taittinger owns 4 kilometers of the caves, and it’s where they age their prestige cuvées.

Then, the team will remove the lees sediments followed by riddling. They slowly turn the bottles upright, through a process called “remuage.” It allows the sediments to travel down to the neck of the bottle. The process can take about 8 to 10 weeks.

When the lees sediments reach the neck of the bottles, disgorgement follows.

With the neck down, the bottles are soaked in a freezing brine solution for a few minutes until the sediments solidify. This allows the team to collect all the debris, revealing a clear sparkling wine.

Once the sediments are removed, the cellar master adds the reserved wines and the dosage. It’s a crucial process that allows them to determine or achieve the right level of sweetness before they re-cork and label the bottles.

The same winemaking process is done in all of Taittinger’s wines. But each batch may differ on blends, dosage, and maturation.

The Wines at Taittinger

Maison Taittinger crafts a wide range of Champagnes, some of which are rare and only produced in exceptional years, while others have the same percentage of grape varietals but varying doses. Each blend has a high percentage of Chardonnay, giving each Champagne the definitive Taittinger style.

The wines are aged in varying lengths to achieve their distinct aroma and characteristics.

Brut Réserve – Made of 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, and 25% Pinot Meunier; has 20% reserved wine. Also known as NV Brut La Francais, this house-style Champagne is aged between 3-4 years in the cellars, but the extra time allows it to achieve its full aromatic maturity.

Prestige Rosé – This cuvée has 15% still red wine made from the best Pinot Noirs, giving it its distinct color and sweetness. It also has high amounts of Chardonnay (30%), which completes the blend.

Prélude Grand Crus – Made of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay from the Grand crus. This cuvée is aged for 5 years in the cellars with a dosage of 9 grams per liter. It’s dense and concentrated, and a bottle age can bring out all of its nuances.

Brut Millésime – This vintage wine is produced only when there’s an outstanding quality harvest. It spends several years in the cellars to reach its complexity and aromatic maturity.

Folies de la Marquetterie – Taittinger crafts this Brut Champagne to honor Château de la Marquetterie , where the House’s story began. It’s made of Chardonnay and Pinot Noirs harvested from the hillsides of the château.

Nocturne Rosé – A blend of 30% Chardonnay and 70% Pinot Noir and Meunier. This dry Champagne reflects the Prestige Rosé style. It’s aged for 4 years and contains 17.5 grams per liter dosage.

Nocturne – Made of 40% Chardonnay and 60% Pinot Noir and Meunier from Taittinger’s 35 vineyards. This Champagne is on the sweeter side. It has a unique blend and lengthy aging in the cellars, which contributes to its fullness and smoothness.

Demi-Sec – Made with 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, and 25% Pinot Meunier. This cuvée is aged in the cellars for over 5 years before disgorgement. The blend is similar to the Brut Réserve, except that this one contains a sugar dosage of 33 grams per liter.

Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs – This vintage is made of 100% Chardonnay. Produced only in exceptional years, this cuvée is carefully aged in fresh oak barrels for up to 10 years in the cellars, with only 5% of the blend being aged in this style.

Comtes de Champagne Rosé – Made of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay with a blend of 15% Pinot Noir still red wine, this cuvée is Taittinger rarest. It’s produced only in exceptional years and has long aging potential.

Visit Taittinger

Maison Taittinger welcomes visitors via online booking.

During the tour, you will learn about the history and cellars of the House. They also offer tailor-made tasting sessions, and you can taste one or two cuvées of your choice.

taittinger.com/en

Victoria M.

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Taittinger Champagne: a house full of history, hospitality and outstanding wine!

Read below to learn about my recent visit to the historic house of  Champagne Taittinger  and why it should be top of your list for your next visit to Reims! 

First, the location is very convenient as we finished lunch across the street at Brasserie le Jardin located at two Michelin star  Le Creyeres .

After lunch, we took a short walk to the magnificent Champagne Taittinger house, one of the few remaining family owned and operated Champagne houses.

It’s quite a large complex with a spacious courtyard where tourists and locals can relax and enjoy the beauty of the house. Upon entering the foyer, I got a sense of pride and history as the bottles are on display and friendly greeters are ready to check you in.

In the entrance lobby there’s also a model of what this place once was. Abbey Church built in the 13th century by Benedictine monks. The church was destroyed by the French Revolution, however, the cellars were preserved. As we continued the tour, history kept getting richer and richer.

First, we had a private showing of the rich history in the theater. What a feeling to be in the same place of the monks creating the early days champagne!!

We proceeded down many many stairs along the windy staircase. Down into the cellars we went. My ears literally popped as we went down!

An original piece from the Abbey Church. And the ancient grave of Saint- Nicaise.

As we continued through the ancient caves and chalk quarries, we were surrounded by aging bottles. The traditional method of making champagne is quite complicated. After the first round of wine is made and the blending is completed, the wine is bottled along with the tirage which is a mixture of yeast, sugar and clarifying agents to create a second round of fermentation. This is where the bubbles are created. Once the fermentation has stopped, the wines can rest “on the lees” or “sur-lie” aging. The is a clumped up matter of the dead yeast cells.

The longer the wine rests on the lees, the more the bready, toasty, nutty aromas are developed in the champagne. These notes are considered to be very prestigious as they add a beautiful complexity to the wine. Some rest on the lees for 7 years or more! Once it’s time to remove the lees sediment from the bottle, a process called riddling will begin. The cellar manager carefully turns the bottles over and over again over the course of several weeks. While turning the bottles, they also turn the bottles gradually upright so they are resting with the neck on the bottle down. This process takes 8-10 weeks.

Here we see 100,000+ bottles resting on the lees. Once the lees has been settled to the neck of the bottle, the cellar manager or winemaker will begin a process called disgorgement. The neck is soaked in a freezing brine solution for 10 minutes so the lees become a solid chunk. Once the cap is released and the bottle is opened, the pressure from the bubbles shoot out the yeast matter and the wine is clarified. It is then topped off with the dosage which determines the sweetness level of the wine. This is why we see the terms Brut Nature, Extra Brut, Brut, Extra Sec and Sec to notify us of the level of residual sugar in the final product.

Just when we thought the tour couldn’t get any cooler, we went farther into the ground to 80 meters below. Down here is even more rich history. As we walked through the caves, our tour guide pointed out faces and figures carved in the walls.

People hid in these caves during World War I. What a mystifying experience to be so close to history!

As we continued through we saw ancient doorways and staircases from the Abbey Church.

We explored the chalk quarries from the 3rd and 4th century. At the conclusion of the tour, we thankfully took an elevator back up for the tasting!

Taittinger was so generous to offer us a private room for the tasting. We tasted several outstanding wines from premier cru and grand cru vineyards. Taittinger is distinguished for its extensive vineyard holdings of 752 acres, including prestigious Grand Cru vineyards. We tasted several wines with long aging periods. Taittinger is also known for its highest-quality production: exceeding minimum aging for all cuvées, high percentage of estate grapes and sustainable practices.

I was blown away by the Prelude made of solely grand cru vineyards from the Cote de Blanc. It’s 50% Chardonnay and  50% Pinot Noir with 6 years aging on the lees. It’s a very elegant wine with notes of white floral and white peach.

And what a treat to finish the tasting with the Tete de Cuvée Comtes. It is pronounced like Cōmt. It is made of 5 single Grand Cru vineyards and is 100% Chardonnay. Taittinger uses a higher proportion of Chardonnay grapes in its blends than other large houses expressing the unique personality of the house. For this particular wine, 5% of the wine is aged in oak before blending. It is aged for 10 years on the lees in the ancient chalk cellars. The bottle shape is the shape the ancient monks used and it has been preserved by Taittinger. These wines are absolutely outstanding and consistently receive 90+ points worldwide recognition among connoisseurs.

Another thing you should know about Taittinger is that it is female run by the house President Vitalie Taittinger who continues the family lineage. 

Finally, if you can’t make it to Champagne any time soon, you can experience the richness of this house right in California at Domaine Carneros who is owned by Taittinger and has 30 years of women winemakers. 

Thank you Taittinger for the extraordinary experience and I hope you get to visit soon. 

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All year round, our guides open the doors of Taittinger Champagne house and help you to discover the history of this beautiful family house. Although our cellars are temporarily closed for renovation (reopening planned for July 22nd, 2024), the Taittinger House is happy to welcome you at the Demeure des Comtes de Champagne, in the heart of the historic centre of Reims, to offer you new experiences.

You will be able to savour the fruit of the work accomplished by a team of enthusiasts by discovering our emblematic vintages. An opportunity to taste the soul of this house, where each bottle is signed with the name of its owners...

Here, in the heart of Reims, the residence of the Comtes de Champagne was used for the coronation ceremonies of the kings of France. Many lords and artists were also hosted at the residence, which is now owned by Taittinger Champagne. It is a place full of history in beautiful surroundings. Thibaud IV is undoubtedly the most endearing figure of the counts of the Champagne dynasty. Secretly in love with his aunt, Blanche de Castille, mother of the future Saint Louis, he inspired the idea of courtly love. In 1239, he left for the Crusades and brought two treasures from the East that had never before been seen in the Christian world: the Damask rose and an example of a new grape variety, an ancestor of the Chardonnay grape. The beginning of the legend of Taittinger...

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From cheese shops to buzzing bars and FRAC Champagne-Ardenne for contempoarty art lovers, Vitalie Taittinger shares her guide to Reims.

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Stay: La Caserne Chanzy Hotel and Spa

The hotel is very relaxed but smart, and it’s located in front of the cathedral which is an amazing spot. The restaurant serves delicious food and everyone is very welcoming there.

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This place is dedicated to childhood, one of those places where you can find games and food for the soul. This is a shop where you want to buy everything!

Address: 3 Rue Trudaine, 51100 Reims

Bar: Le Coq Rouge

I love this wine bar. The atmosphere is always very nice, sometimes a little bit crazy, just what you need to feel good and free! The focus is on winegrowers’ wines, I love the diversity.

Address: 67 Rue Chanzy, 51100 Reims

Eat: Domaine Les Crayères

I love this very classical and classy place, here you feel that you are in a typical French venue. The atmosphere is very quiet, natural, and is located in a beautiful park.

Address: 64 Bd Henry Vasnier, 51100 Reims

Domaine Les Crayères

Culture: FRAC

For contemporary art lovers, visit the FRAC. This is a lively place with a great team to welcome you. You have some very sharp exhibitions and sometimes conferences. You can also pick up some pieces of art.

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Address: 1 Place Museux, 51100 Reims

Shop: La Cave Aux Fromages

If you love cheese, you will adore this place! I’ve been going there since I was a child and the quality of the selection and taste is wonderful. This family-run place is a kind of institution located in one of the oldest squares in Reims, La Place du Forum.

Address: 12 Pl. du Forum, 51100 Reims

Building: La Maison des Musiciens de Reims

This beautiful building from the 13th century, located in an old street of Reims, La Rue de Tambour, has been totally renovated. The sculptures, which are replicas of the the original ones in the Musée Saint Remi, look almost like contemporary art. This is very surprising and remarkable.

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Address: 20 Rue de Tambour, 51100 Reims

Chill out: Le Parc de Champagne

It’s not too far from Les Crayères, where there is a beautiful park designed by Edouard Redont, a very famous French landscaper. This place was first made for sport and is a very peaceful place to hang out during spring or summer, for a picnic when the sun is shining, and you can eat and sleep on the grass.

Address: 10 Av. du Général Giraud, 51100 Reims

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Your favorite place: La Bibliotheque Carnegie

I love this place and especially its patrimony. Built at the end of the First World War thanks to the generosity of Andrew Carnegie, an American donor, this art deco building contains almost all the old books referring to the history of Reims.

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Address: 2 Pl. Carnegie, 51100 Reims

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A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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WGS 84 coordinate reference system is the latest revision of the World Geodetic System, which is used in mapping and navigation, including GPS satellite navigation system (the Global Positioning System).

Geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) define a position on the Earth’s surface. Coordinates are angular units. The canonical form of latitude and longitude representation uses degrees (°), minutes (′), and seconds (″). GPS systems widely use coordinates in degrees and decimal minutes, or in decimal degrees.

Latitude varies from −90° to 90°. The latitude of the Equator is 0°; the latitude of the South Pole is −90°; the latitude of the North Pole is 90°. Positive latitude values correspond to the geographic locations north of the Equator (abbrev. N). Negative latitude values correspond to the geographic locations south of the Equator (abbrev. S).

Longitude is counted from the prime meridian ( IERS Reference Meridian for WGS 84) and varies from −180° to 180°. Positive longitude values correspond to the geographic locations east of the prime meridian (abbrev. E). Negative longitude values correspond to the geographic locations west of the prime meridian (abbrev. W).

UTM or Universal Transverse Mercator coordinate system divides the Earth’s surface into 60 longitudinal zones. The coordinates of a location within each zone are defined as a planar coordinate pair related to the intersection of the equator and the zone’s central meridian, and measured in meters.

Elevation above sea level is a measure of a geographic location’s height. We are using the global digital elevation model GTOPO30 .

Elektrostal , Moscow Oblast, Russia