Taittinger Collection 1986 AOC 0.75l

Taittinger Collection 1986 AOC 0.75l is a precious testament to how a house with ties to Reims knows how to weave together time, terroir, and craftsmanship to offer a uniquely distinctive facet of Champagne. 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 with those seeking a bottle capable of marking significant moments without ostentation. The history of Taittinger is a page rich in continuity: a house that looks to the past with respect, yet projects into the present a philosophy of restrained elegance and meticulous attention to winemaking and aging, with management that prioritizes the purity of the wine and a 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 values ​​the primary grape variety and the cellar, where yeasts add body without weighing down, and where a commitment to sustainable cultivation translates into high-quality wines that reflect the terroir. The production philosophy, centered on a slow and controlled approach, is expressed in the careful selection of grapes, a vinification that respects the characteristics of the harvest, and an aging on the lees that builds a continuous finesse, ready to develop a vertical thrust of flavors while remaining elegant and restrained. Distinctive elements of this collection include a predominance of Chardonnay, which provides structure, luminosity, and an extremely fine perlage, accompanied by a nuance of Pinot Noir that adds body and persistence, an aromatic texture reminiscent of white flowers, lemon zest, toasted hazelnut, and a hint of brioche. The terroir's minerality, the controlled pressure of the dosage, and the prolonged aging lend the wine a complexity that slowly unfolds on the palate, leaving a trail of lingering elegance. Within the Taittinger range, the Collection 1986 stands as a testament to the house's ability to transform a single vintage into a conversation piece, a responsible collector's item, and a refined conviviality, intended for those who appreciate the relationship between time, style, and terroir without sacrificing a drinkability that remains contemporary. In this light, the wine pursues a mission: to offer the public a Champagne that accompanies special moments and valuable encounters, remaining consistent with STELT's promise of quality, depth, and understated magnificence.