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Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne Chardonnay 2006
The 2006 Comtes de Champagne is striking, especially in the way it brings together elements of ripeness and freshness in a hypothetical blend of the 2002 and 2004. Smooth and creamy on the palate, the 2006 is all about texture. There is a real feeling of density and weight in the 2006, qualities I expect to see grow with time in the bottle. All the elements fall into place effortlessly. The 2006 has been nothing short of magnificent both times I have tasted it. Comtes de Champagne remains the single best value (in relative terms) in tOte de cuvee Champagne. I suggest buying a case and following it over the next 20-30 years, which is exactly what I intend to do. There is little doubt the 2006 Comtes de Champagne is a magical Champagne in the making. Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media
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Ira Schwartz 
For me the question for this cuvée is never, “ is it good?”. The question is , “how good is it?” Not as powerful as other vintages but it makes up for it with balance and complexity. I am sure this will age but it is in a very good drinking window right now.
For me the question for this cuvée is never, “ is it good?”. The question is , “how good is it?” Not as powerful as other vintages but it makes up for it with balance and complexity. I am sure this will age but it is in a very good drinking window right now.
9.3
David T
Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator
Happy Anniversary Sofia. I miss you honey and will forever! Cortona calling. Cheers!
Happy Anniversary Sofia. I miss you honey and will forever! Cortona calling. Cheers!
9.4
Conrad Green
Plush and sweet edges. Chalky stone, citrus. Lovely zesty balance and good acidity
Plush and sweet edges. Chalky stone, citrus. Lovely zesty balance and good acidity
9.3
Alder Yarrow
Wine Blogger Vinography
Simply one of my favorite Champagnes in existence. I love it for its gorgeous marriage of fresh green apple and the toastier lemon and brioche notes of a long-lees-aged Chardonnay. Saline and just a touch of butterscotch to finish. So delightful.
Simply one of my favorite Champagnes in existence. I love it for its gorgeous marriage of fresh green apple and the toastier lemon and brioche notes of a long-lees-aged Chardonnay. Saline and just a touch of butterscotch to finish. So delightful.
9.6Conrad Green
Bright, light lemon. Chalk, steeliness. Very dynamic and pretty with a saline edge… delicious and drinking brilliantly now. Thanks Will!
Bright, light lemon. Chalk, steeliness. Very dynamic and pretty with a saline edge… delicious and drinking brilliantly now. Thanks Will!
9.4
Mike Saviage
Nice straw color. Youthful. Notes of fresh bread, citrus and stone. Good weight and impact in the mouth. Really liked this.
Nice straw color. Youthful. Notes of fresh bread, citrus and stone. Good weight and impact in the mouth. Really liked this.
9.4Conrad Green
Fresh, punchy and full of life. Lemon, limestone, chalk, lifted white flowers. Great fun
Fresh, punchy and full of life. Lemon, limestone, chalk, lifted white flowers. Great fun
9.4Conrad Green
Fresh and sweet cool lemon with limestone, a hint of mint, and steeliness. Really good.
Fresh and sweet cool lemon with limestone, a hint of mint, and steeliness. Really good.
9.3
Shay A
Absolutely gorgeous champagne that is right down the middle in terms of style. Tart lemon, toast, chalk, and a hint of nuttiness. Sharp and acidic but tons of layers here. Continuously evolving on the palate revealing limestone, powder sugar dusted lemon bars, and roasted almonds. This is built for the long haul, but certainly enjoyable now. Thanks @Mark Flesher .
Absolutely gorgeous champagne that is right down the middle in terms of style. Tart lemon, toast, chalk, and a hint of nuttiness. Sharp and acidic but tons of layers here. Continuously evolving on the palate revealing limestone, powder sugar dusted lemon bars, and roasted almonds. This is built for the long haul, but certainly enjoyable now. Thanks @Mark Flesher .
9.4Greg Koslosky
Out of magnum elegance and power . Tons of seashell , minerals , lemon curd , honey suckle , pulverized stone. A baby in magnum but shows great promise stunning juice .
Out of magnum elegance and power . Tons of seashell , minerals , lemon curd , honey suckle , pulverized stone. A baby in magnum but shows great promise stunning juice .
9.6
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