Taittinger 2006 Comtes De Champagne Blanc De Blancs 75cl / 12.5%

A bottle of 2006 Taittinger Blanc de Blancs, a vintage Champagne produced solely from Chardonnay grapes.

Taittinger's Prestige Cuvée, Comtes de Champagne, is an homage to Lord Thibaut IV, who planted the first Chardonnay vines in the province in the 13th century.

'The 2006 Comtes de Champagne is striking, especially in the way it brings together elements of ripeness and freshness in a hypothetical blend of the 2002 and 2004. Smooth and creamy on the palate, the 2006 is all about texture. There is a real feeling of density and weight in the 2006, qualities I expect to see grow with time in the bottle. All the elements fall into place effortlessly. The 2006 has been nothing short of magnificent both times I have tasted it. Comtes de Champagne remains the single best value (in relative terms) in tête de cuvée Champagne. I suggest buying a case and following it over the next 20-30 years, which is exactly what I intend to do. There is little doubt the 2006 Comtes de Champagne is a magical Champagne in the making. Drink 2016-2046. 97/100+' Antonio Galloni, vinous.com, July 2015

This Taittinger 2006 Comtes De Champagne sold at our online auction for £75