Conceived as a luminous parenthesis at the heart of the night, the cuvée Taittinger Nocturne Demi-Sec celebrates the art of crafting sweetness with precision. Non-vintage, it blends the three classic Champagne grape varieties to compose a harmonious score, both caressing and held by a fresh backbone. The dosage of about 17.5 g/L highlights a generous creaminess without ever weighing down the palate. After an extended ageing of at least 4 years in the cellar, this Nocturne gains in breadth, texture and aromatic complexity. Ripe yellow fruit, dried apricot, white flowers, delicate honey and warm brioche answer one another in a soothing sensory dance. Presented in a gift box, it lends itself gracefully to intimate celebrations, fruity desserts and long conversations when time slows and one savours the voluptuousness of a precisely crafted Demi-Sec Champagne.

Blend and winemaking

This cuvée is made from a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, signature of a balanced style that marries floral finesse, fruity flesh and suppleness. Non-vintage, it benefits from the addition of reserve wines that stabilise the aromatic profile and reinforce the coherence of the House style. Ageing of at least 4 years in the cellar before disgorgement brings a creamy texture and the sought-after patina where brioche and honeyed notes intertwine with nuances of ripe fruit. The dosage of about 17.5 g/L classifies the cuvée among Demi-Sec wines, a deliberate choice to magnify a contained sweetness balanced by the wines’ natural acidity and fine effervescence. The intention is clear: to give indulgence impeccable structure, for pairings that shine at the end of a meal and with delicate desserts.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Luminous and crossed by delicate effervescence, it announces an enveloping texture and a palate with a finely moussy feel.
• Nose: An appealing bouquet of ripe yellow fruits and dried apricot, lifted by white flowers, light honey and warm brioche. An airy impression of sweetness emerges without heaviness, with immediately accessible charm.
• Palate: Round, creamy attack supported by freshness that elongates the profile. The material glides, suave, then stretches into a persistent finish where delicate honey and brioche echoes return, punctuated by sunny fruitiness.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve the cuvée between 8 and 10°C to express its balance between sweetness and liveliness. A fairly cool temperature refines the perception of the dosage and highlights the elegance of its effervescence. Pour into flutes or, better, tulip glasses that reveal the aromatic palette and creamy texture. Let the wine open for a few minutes to release its notes of yellow fruit, white flowers and honeyed brioche. Store bottles resting, away from light, in a cool, stable place. Presented in a gift box, this Champagne is offered with distinction and is easy to transport, to accompany a dinner, a seasonal dessert or an impromptu celebration.

Food pairings

• After-dinner aperitifs: light gougères, almond puff pastries, mini honey brioche.
• Rich starters: semi-cooked foie gras with dried fruit, lightly spiced poultry cromesquis.
• Sweet-and-savoury dishes: citrus-glazed poultry, duck with mild spices and apricots.
• Cheeses: mild blue cheeses, walnut brie, fruity tomme for a caressing match.
• Desserts: apricot tart, vanilla-and-honey entremets, light baba with yellow fruits.

Moments to enjoy

Taittinger Nocturne Demi-Sec gracefully accompanies moments that suspend time, when conversation flourishes and dessert becomes a true finale.

• To prolong an intimate evening in a hushed, luminous atmosphere.
• For a gentle dessert pairing, from indulgent fruit to brioche notes.
• As a thoughtful gift, presented in a gift box, to thank with elegance.

Product details

• Name : Taittinger, Nocturne Demi-Sec
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Demi-Sec
• Vintage : Non-vintage
• Grape varieties : Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
• Alcohol : 12.5%
• Ageing : minimum 4 years in the cellar
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : best enjoyed now, depending on storage conditions
• Serving temperature : 8–10°C