COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Moët & Chandon
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial is a Non-Vintage Brut sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France. First created in 1869, it is the flagship cuvée of Moët & Chandon, one of the oldest and largest Champagne houses, founded in 1743. The wine is a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, sourced from approximately 200 of the 323 crus in Champagne. Moët & Chandon owns 1,190 hectares of vineyards, with a significant portion classified as Grand Cru and Premier Cru. The house's consistent style is achieved through the careful selection of grapes and the use of reserve wines, ensuring a reliable and recognizable expression of Champagne.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€45
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Created in 1869 to honor Napoleon Bonaparte's 100th birthday.
Fact 02
The world's best-selling Champagne.
Fact 03
Moët & Chandon is the largest vineyard owner in Champagne.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial is produced using the traditional method of sparkling wine production. The grapes undergo primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks, with a small portion fermented in oak foudres. Partial malolactic fermentation is also employed. The wine is then aged for a minimum of two years on its lees, contributing to its texture and complexity. A significant proportion of reserve wines, typically 20% to 30%, are blended into the final cuvée to ensure consistency and add depth. The dosage, the amount of sugar added before corking, is typically between 7g/l and 9g/l, classifying it as Brut.
