Moet&ChandonBrutReserveImperialeNV

Moët & Chandon are the most famous producers in Champagne. First founded in 1743 by Claude Moët, it was the marketing acumen of Rémy Moët which initiated the brand’s international fame and mass volume production. Since then, Moët & Chandon have grown by acquiring other champagne estates, selling them forward and keeping their prestigious vineyards. Such large-scale production could only operate under the leadership of a truly superb Chef de Caves and in Benoît Gouez, Moët have one of the best. With a ten-man oenologist team led by chief Dom Pérignon winemaker Vincent Chaperon, Benoît has access to the most academic minds and palates in the region, no doubt a huge driving factor behind his success. Now proprietors to the largest amount of land: some 1,190-hecatres of rich limestone soil, and the largest extent of cellars: over twenty eight kilometres.rr”Reserve Imperialeâ€?is a true symbol of the Champagne market, because, in addition to being produced by the great and prestigious maison Moet & Chandon, it was born in 1869 and as then it has maintained its charm and fame, confirming itself every year as one of the most requested bottles. and appreciated by the public. Born from a blend of Pinot Noir 40%, Pinot Meunier 30% and Chardonnay 30%, perfectly calibrated to obtain a sparkling wine with great personality and character. The classic refermentation in the bottle with rest on the lees for at least 36 months allows it to develop an intense aromatic outfit and a more creamy and soft body.rrTechnical Information:rVineyards: Predominantly Grand & Premier CrusrGrape Varieties: 40% Pinot Noir, 30% Meunier & 30% ChardonnayrReserve Wines: 20-30%rLees Ageing: 3 yearsrDosage: 9 g/lrDrink: Now for 5 yearsrrTasting Note: Gentle creaminess and notes of fresh, sweet yeast bakery play on the nose alongside a hint of plum skin. The palate has a similar creaminess and a textural presence that shows real concentration and backbone. This is mellow but still fits in the lighter style of the approachable Moët non-vintage style, but is is rounder and more sonorous, enlivened by lively mousse. â€?Tasted by Anne Krebiehl MW