{"title":"Taittinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe house is based in Reims and descends from the Forest-Fourneaux house, founded in 1734: Pierre Taittinger acquired it in 1932 and gave it the family name. The cellars occupy the Gallo-Roman crayères beneath the former Saint-Nicaise Abbey, and the vineyard holdings now exceed two hundred and eighty hectares. Since 2020, the estate has been managed by Vitalie Taittinger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flagship cuvée is Comtes de Champagne, a blanc de blancs first produced with the 1952 vintage. In 1983, Claude Taittinger launched the Collection series: vintage bottles covered with a sleeve designed by an artist, from Vasarely to Lichtenstein.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe STELT selection includes Collection 1986, with a sleeve designed by Hans Hartung, and Prestige Rosé in its old-label version, a rosé blend with red Pinot Noir wine. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"taittinger-collection-1986-075","title":"Taittinger Collection 1986 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eTaittinger Collection 1986 AOC 0,75l is a precious testament to how a house rooted in Reims can intertwine time, terroir, and craftsmanship to offer its own distinctive expression of Champagne, where the 1986 vintage is celebrated not as an immediate celebratory glass but as the story of a complex season, balanced between maturity and lightness, ready to engage those seeking a bottle capable of marking significant moments without ostentation. The history of the Taittinger house is a rich page of continuity: a reality that looks to the past with respect but projects into the present a philosophy of measured elegance and meticulous attention to vinification and ageing, with an approach that prioritizes the purity of the wine and slow maturation, reflected in a solid yet flexible structure. The company’s identity is founded on the idea of champagne as a balance between freshness and depth, minerality and fine aromas, cultivating a tradition that places particular value on the role of the principal grape variety and the cellar, where the yeasts lend body without weighing it down, and where a commitment to sustainable cultivation translates into high-quality materials that acknowledge the terroir. The production philosophy, centered on slow and controlled planning, is expressed through careful grape selection, vinification that respects the characteristics of the harvest, and ageing on the lees that builds continuous finesse, ready to develop a vertical drive of flavors while remaining elegant and measured. Distinctive elements of this collection include a predominance of Chardonnay, which lends structure, luminosity, and an exceptionally fine quality of perlage, accompanied by a nuance of Pinot Noir that adds body and persistence, with an aromatic texture recalling white flowers, lemon zest, toasted hazelnut, and an echo of brioche; the ethereal minerality of the terroir, the controlled pressure of the dosage, and prolonged ageing give the wine a complexity that slowly unfolds on the palate, leaving a trail of persistent elegance. Within the Taittinger range, Collection 1986 stands as a manifesto of the house’s ability to transform a single vintage into an object of conversation, responsible collecting, and refined conviviality, intended for those who appreciate the relationship between time, style, and terroir without giving up a drinkability that remains contemporary. In this light, the wine continues a mission: to offer the public a Champagne that accompanies special moments and meaningful encounters, maintaining consistency with the promise of quality, depth, and the restrained magnificence typical of STELT.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taittinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778954735941,"sku":"TAI-COL-CHA-86-075","price":450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Taittinger-Collection-1986-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874244"},{"product_id":"taittinger-prestige-rose-old-label-nv-075","title":"Taittinger Prestige Rose (old label) NV AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eTaittinger Prestige Rose (old label) NV AOC 0,75l embodies the understated elegance of Champagne, intended for those seeking a precise aromatic profile and a wine of character without ostentation, capable of accompanying moments of conversation as well as celebration; in a contemporary context, where the delicacy of the bubbles can make the difference between a simple toast and a shared memory, this wine stands out for its pleasant discretion: a pale rose hue, a fine perlage flowing like a continuous line, and a freshness that supports every nuance of the bouquet; Maison Taittinger, one of the historic names of the Champagne region, is guided by a tradition of style and attention to detail, rooted in a history of care for the raw material and the pursuit of expressive purity; its corporate identity is founded on a philosophy that values the balance between maturity and lightness, between restrained power and lightness of flavor; its production philosophy is expressed through practices attentive to terroir, with vineyard management focused on the quality of the white grapes and the controlled integration of Pinot Noir for structure; aging on the lees in the cellar gives the wine elegant complexity, while carefully calibrated dosages maintain a sense of drinkability and gustatory purity; Among the distinctive elements of Taittinger Prestige Rose are the contrasts between strawberry, raspberry, and delicate citrus notes, nuances of brioche, and a fresh minerality typical of the chalky foundation of the Champagne soil; the tannin is subtle, the savory quality present but not intrusive, allowing the wine to accompany appetizers, seafood dishes, or a selection of soft cheeses without losing its identity; within the Maison’s range, Prestige Rosé holds a prominent position as a symbol of stylistic consistency and controlled evolution, offering an elegant profile for those seeking a distillation of class in a bottle; ultimately, this choice fits the STELT positioning as an expression of understated taste, refinement practiced with intelligence, and a promise of lasting flavor.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taittinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778955981125,"sku":"TAI-PREROS(OL-CHA-NV-075","price":58.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Taittinger-Prestige-Rose-old-label-NV-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874246"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/collections\/Taittinger-Prestige-Rose-old-label-NV-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1790265397","url":"https:\/\/steltwines.com\/en\/collections\/taittinger.oembed","provider":"STELT - Vini Pregiati \u0026 Champagne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}