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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.

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% Go to Champagne Details for a description of the above types, characteristics, and grapes.

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.