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.