Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut (w/o Gift Box)

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
Moet & Chandon
Label Name:
 
Imperial Brut (w/o Gift Box)
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator ~92 (Alison Napjus); Wine Enthusiast ~90; James Suckling ~90; The Tasting Panel ~92

Tasting Note
Bright green-apple and citrus nose with white flowers, brioche and fresh-nut notes. Palate of pear, white peach and crisp citrus, fine mousse, balanced minerality and a delicate toasty finish.

Food Pairing
Shellfish and oysters; smoked salmon, soft cheeses, roast chicken; Asian: sushi, sashimi, tempura, dim sum; fried chicken and salty snacks.

Production Method
Multi-vintage assemblage from 100+ base wines with 20–30% reserve wines; traditional Champagne (méthode champenoise) secondary fermentation and lees ageing; dosage ~7 g/L.

Vineyard Info
Founded 1743 in Épernay by Claude Moët; Moët & Chandon is a leading Champagne house with extensive Grand/Premier cru holdings and part of LVMH.