Symbolising a way of life celebrated worldwide, the Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial in Champagne AOC, presented in its elegant gift box, expresses the vision of a house that pioneered celebration and elegance. An icon of conviviality, this non-vintage Brut brings together more than 200 crus from the great Champagne terroirs to offer a sensation of pure harmony. Its signature, famed for vibrant fruit, a fresh thread and a silky texture, creates a graceful moment from the first glass. Perfect as an aperitif or at the table, it charms with its precision and consistency, a golden thread between intensity, lightness and fine bubbles. Thanks to a careful dosage of 9 g/L and meticulous blending, this cuvée achieves a contemporary balance designed to enhance shared moments, elevate seasonal cuisine and present, in its gift box, an irresistible token.

Assemblage et vinification

Brut Impérial is crafted from a broad, nuanced blend that combines the structure of Pinot Noir (approximately 30 to 40%), the fruity roundness of Pinot Meunier (approximately 30 to 40%) and the elegance of Chardonnay (approximately 20 to 30%). This aromatic architecture is supported by the inclusion of 20 to 30% reserve wines, ensuring the house's stylistic continuity. Drawing diversity from the terroirs of the Montagne de Reims, the Côte des Blancs, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Bar, the blend orchestrates the palette of crus for a balanced and luminous expression. Malolactic fermentation and ageing in tank preserve the freshness and purity of the fruit, while the dosage of 9 g/L refines the sense of roundness without weighting the palate. Brut, white and non-vintage, it embodies the essence of Moët & Chandon's style, designed for immediate pleasure and accessible hedonism, while maintaining a fine presence at the table.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance: Bright and crystalline, threaded with fine, regular effervescence that composes a delicate necklace of bubbles.
• Nose: Expressive opening on crisp white fruit, pear and apple, followed by citrus accents and a floral hint. A subtle pastry nuance evokes brioche and warm crumb.
• Palate: Lively, precise attack; a broad mid-palate with fresh fruit flavours, a well-controlled balance between freshness and roundness, and a clean finish lengthened by a fine salinity.

Serving temperature and tips

To reveal the finesse of its bouquet and the lace of its bubbles, serve Brut Impérial between 8 and 10°C in tulip-shaped glasses to combine aromatic concentration and the elegance of the effervescence. Open the bottle a few minutes before serving to allow the blend to breathe. Store it calmly, away from light, bottle on its side. This cuvée can be enjoyed now for its freshness and spontaneity, and naturally fits from the first toast through to a fruity dessert.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs: comté gougères, aged country ham, vegetable tempura.
• Seafood: fine oysters, pink prawns, sea bream ceviche with citrus.
• Starters and mains: salmon tartare, herb-roasted poultry, seasonal vegetable risotto.
• Cheeses: brie de Meaux, chaource, mild tomme, served at cellar temperature.
• Desserts: thin apple tart, pavlova with white fruits and citrus, light sponge cake.

Occasions

Brut Impérial is the ideal companion:

• To seal a moment of celebration with natural flair and panache.
• During a refined dinner where the wine’s precision highlights the simplicity of the dishes.
• As an elegant gift, thanks to its gift box, to honour a host or mark an occasion.

Product details

• Name: Moët & Chandon, Brut Impérial
• Appellation: Champagne AOC
• Type: Brut, White, Non-vintage
• Blend: Pinot Noir 30 to 40%, Pinot Meunier 30 to 40%, Chardonnay 20 to 30%
• Crus: over 200 selected crus
• Reserve wines: around 20 to 30%
• Dosage: 9 g/L
• Vinification: malolactic fermentation, ageing in tank
• Terroirs: Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, Vallée de la Marne, Côte des Bar
• Presentation: with gift box