Under the banner of exacting standards, the Taittinger Brut Réserve Mathusalem 6L elevates festive moments with a breath of purity and grace. This non-vintage Champagne AOC combines the crystalline tension of Chardonnay, the structure of Pinot Noir and the suppleness of Meunier. In this generous edition, equivalent to eight bottles, the house’s spirit is expressed with luminous ease, between delicate bubbles and an airy texture. Presented in a wooden case, it is made for large tables and moments that become lasting memories, where the art of hosting blends with the art of living. Aged for at least three years in cellar, this blend from multiple crus reveals a singing harmony, an expressive nose where peach and white flowers meet a fine brioche thread and a hint of vanilla, and a fresh, caressing palate of remarkable consistency. The Mathusalem format, a spectacular signature for receptions, offers a smooth service for roughly fifty flutes, with an even more delicate effervescence, mellowed by time and the large volume.

Blend and winemaking

The Brut Réserve is composed of an emblematic blend of about 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 25% Meunier, drawn from a wide range of Champagne crus. The high proportion of Chardonnay, rare for a non-vintage brut, gives the cuvée its upright poise and that slender finesse that characterises the house. The secondary fermentation and ageing on lees, followed by a minimum of three years’ maturation, craft a fine, regular bead and a tactile texture where freshness never sacrifices pleasure. The brut dosage balances the precision of the blend, for a lively, upright and enduringly expressive profile.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Golden straw yellow, bright, threaded with a string of fine persistent bubbles, delicate mousse.
• Nose: An initial fruity and floral bouquet, between fresh peach and white flowers, lifted by brioche accents and a touch of vanilla.
• Palate: Lively, balanced attack, a clear mid-palate of ripe fruit, hints of light honey, a clean, flavorful finish carried by great freshness.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve at 8 °C in tulip glasses to highlight the finesse of the bubbles and the delicacy of the aromas. Chill slowly in an ice bucket rather than in the freezer to preserve the structure. The Mathusalem format offers remarkable stability during service, ensuring a caressing bead glass after glass. Open just before tasting to keep the bouquet’s purest expression. Store the bottle on its side, protected from light, in a cool, stable environment. Contains sulfites.

Food pairings

• Canapés: shellfish, Comté gougères, high-quality cured ham, a touch of caviar for a saline note.
• Starters: sea bream carpaccio, thin slices of marinated salmon, sea bass tartare with citrus.
• Main courses: roasted poultry with jus, risotto bianco, sole meunière, herb-forward plant-based dishes.
• Cheeses: raw milk pressed cheeses, fresh goat cheeses, delicate tommes, served slightly young.
• Desserts: thin tart of yellow fruits, vanilla sablé, lightly candied citrus.

Occasions

The Taittinger Brut Réserve Mathusalem 6L gracefully accompanies every moment dedicated to sharing and emotion.

• To celebrate a large-scale reception, where elegance meets the grandeur of format.
• At a hosted aperitif orchestrated with attention to detail and service control.
• As a prestige gift, enhanced by its wooden case, to present to a connoisseur.

Product details

• Name: Taittinger, Brut Réserve Mathusalem
• Appellation: Champagne AOC
• Type: Brut non-vintage
• Vintage: Non-vintage
• Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier
• Alcohol: 12 % vol.
• Ageing: minimum 3 years in cellar
• Volume: 6 L, Mathusalem format
• Presentation: Wooden transport and gift case
• Serving temperature: 8 °C