Taittinger Folies de la Marquetterie Champagne Brut 750ml

Taittinger Folies de la Marquetterie Champagne Brut 750ml 

The Single Vineyard - Trophy Winner in Decanter World Wine Awards 2008

The Château de la Marquetterie is situated in the heart of the Champagne winegrowing region and owned by Champagne Taittinger. Prior to the French Revolution it was a meeting place for philosophers and authors of the "Age of Enlightenment" and a site for village fairs. The vineyard around the Château de la Marquetterie is known as "Les Folies" and is a sunny south, southwest exposed vineyard, this combined with its soils produce Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes of exceptional quality.

Deep yellow with golden highlights and fine, delicate bubbles. It has an intense, fruity bouquet with aromas of peaches, apricot jam and subtle hints of toasted brioche and vanilla.
 
On the palate is it full-bodied, fruity and graceful with golden peach flavours. The long finish is distinctive with light toasty notes. All in all "Les Folies de la Marquetterie" is a full-flavoured, harmonious Champagne distinguished by its immense richness and
complexity. Besides being an ideal aperitif is a perfect accompaniment to fish and chicken dishes.

Alc: 12%

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