{"product_id":"taittinger-brut-la-francaise-champagne","title":"Taittinger Brut La Francaise Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaittinger Brut La Francaise Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier, from 35+ crus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~9 g\/L (Brut)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 years on the lees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reims, Champagne, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Taittinger Signature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaittinger 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/taittinger\"\u003eTaittinger\u003c\/a\u003e shelf and the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champagne\"\u003eChampagne\u003c\/a\u003e collection at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sparkling-wine-champagne\"\u003esparkling wine and Champagne\u003c\/a\u003e cellar alongside the other great family houses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Taittinger Brut La Francaise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat grapes are in La Francaise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e40% 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree to four years on the lees in Taittinger's chalk cellars, more than double the 15-month legal minimum for non-vintage Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — it is a Brut at about 9 g\/L dosage: dry, fresh and fruit-forward, with a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Taittinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67982456651819,"sku":"DM17460L","price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/francaise-600x800.jpg?v=1792705508","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/taittinger-brut-la-francaise-champagne","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}