Taittinger Brut La Francaise Champagne
Taittinger Brut La Francaise Champagne is the signature non-vintage cuvee of Maison Taittinger of Reims — the name the house gives this wine in the United States. It is a Chardonnay-led blend of 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier drawn from more than 35 crus, with 20–30% reserve wines, aged three to four years on its lees in Taittinger's chalk cellars — more than double the legal minimum — and finished at a dosage of about 9 g/L and 12.5% ABV in a 750mL bottle. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Blend: 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier, from 35+ crus
- Dosage: ~9 g/L (Brut)
- ABV: 12.5%
- Ageing: 3–4 years on the lees
- Size: 750mL
- Origin: Reims, Champagne, France
The Taittinger Signature
Taittinger is one of the last great family-owned houses in Champagne, run by the family whose name is on the label since Pierre Taittinger bought the house in 1932. Its style is built on Chardonnay, and no fine non-vintage Champagne uses more of it than this one — 40% of the blend, which gives La Francaise its elegance, freshness and fine, persistent mousse. Browse the full Taittinger shelf and the wider Champagne collection at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
The house describes a nose of peach, white flowers and vanilla pod lifted by brioche, and a palate of fresh fruit and honey — lively, full and harmonious, with a delicately balanced finish. It sits in our sparkling wine and Champagne cellar alongside the other great family houses.
How to Enjoy
Serve well chilled, at 46–50°F (8–10°C), in a flute or tulip glass. A benchmark aperitif, it is equally at home with oysters, scallops, sushi and soft cheeses — and it is the traditional first bottle of any serious Champagne evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taittinger Brut La Francaise?
It is Taittinger's signature non-vintage Brut — the name used for the house's flagship cuvee in the United States, made in Reims from estate and grower fruit across more than 35 crus.
What grapes are in La Francaise?
40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier — an unusually high share of Chardonnay for a non-vintage Champagne, which is the source of its finesse.
How long is it aged?
Three to four years on the lees in Taittinger's chalk cellars, more than double the 15-month legal minimum for non-vintage Champagne.
Is it sweet?
No — it is a Brut at about 9 g/L dosage: dry, fresh and fruit-forward, with a clean finish.
Order Taittinger Brut La Francaise Champagne online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA — the family house's signature bottle, ready for tonight's toast.