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Taittinger Nocturne Sec Champagne
Taittinger Nocturne Champagne is well balanced, rich, and complex. However, if you don't like some sweetness, this may not be for you. Taittinger Nocturne ratings, tasting notes, and details are available.
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Champagne 411 |
90 |
Aug. 2013 |
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Average Retail Price |
Wine Enthusiast |
90 |
12/01/09 |
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(750 ml bottle) $75 |
Wine Spectator |
88 |
2013 web |
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Tasting Notes
Appearance: Medium gold with fine abundant bubbles.
Aroma/bouquet: Stewed apple, honey, dried apricot with brioche and cinnamon notes.
Palate: Candied citrus, caramel apple, honey. Subtle sweetness.
Additional comments: Well balanced, rich, complex. If you don't like some sweetness, this may not be for you.
When to drink: Taittinger Nocturne Champagne Champagne is ready to drink at release and can age for 2 to 3 years.
Nocturne Details
Label: Taittinger Nocturne
House/Winery: Taittinger Champagne
Wine Category: Sparkling Wine
Region & Country: Champagne, France
Type (Style): Non-vintage
Sweetness Level: Sec
Dosage: 17-18 grams per liter
Prestige cuvée: No
Vineyards: NA
Grapes: 40% Chardonnay and 60% is a combination of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier
Alcohol: 12%
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Taittinger Nocturne
Production
Taittinger uses the méthode champenoise for their champagne production. Nocturne is composed of 40% Chardonnay, 60% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier combined. It is a blend of more than 30 different crus from various harvests. Aging on the lees is 4 or more years prior to disgorgement. The dosage typically ranges from 17 to 18 grams/liter.
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Decanter World Wine Awards |
2013 |
Bronze |
International Wine Challenge |
2013 |
Bronze |
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Decanter World Wine Awards |
2012 |
Bronze |
International Wine & Spirit Competition |
2012 |
Silver |
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Decanter World Wine Awards |
2011 |
Bronze |
International Wine Challenge |
2011 |
Commended |
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Decanter World Wine Awards |
2010 |
Silver |
International Wine Challenge |
2010 |
Silver |
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Decanter World Wine Awards |
2009 |
Gold |
International Wine Challenge |
2009 |
Commended |
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