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Falstaff Magazi95 points
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Robert Parker's94 points
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James Suckling94 points
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Decanter94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Delamotte
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Delamotte Blanc De Blancs Champagne 2014"With a history of more than 250 years, Delamotte is the 5th oldest champagne ..."$224.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Ayala
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Ayala Le Blanc De Blancs 2014"Le Blanc de Blancs is produced in small quantities in exceptional years only ..."$109.99 -
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Antonio Galloni98 points
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Jeb Dunnuck97 points
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The Wine Advoca95 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Bollinger
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bollinger 'Grande Annee' Champagne 2014"Bollinger La Grande Année 2014 is a vintage champagne from the Bollinger hous..."$279.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Champagne Autréau
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Champagne Autreau Brut Reserve Grand Cru Vintage 2014"100% Grand Cru fruit from the villages of Chouilly and Ay. Only produced in e..."$99.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Larmandier Bernier
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Champagne Larmandier-bernier 1er Cru Terre De Vertus Blanc De Blancs 2014"Terre de Vertus is one of three single-terroir Chardonnay wines produced at t..."$220.00 -
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James Suckling94 points
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Decanter94 points
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Taittinger
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Champagne Taittinger Brut Millesime 2014"A blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir. Produced only when the harvest ..."$139.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Louis Roederer
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Louis Roederer Brut Vintage Brut 2014"A ravishing bouquet: complex, generous and deep, dominated by red fruits (ras..."$139.99 -
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Antonio Galloni98 points
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Huon Hooke98 points
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Wine Spectator98 points
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James Suckling97 points
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Jeb Dunnuck96 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Louis Roederer
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Louis Roederer Cristal 2014"2014 is known as a radiant Cristal that is emerging, already quite a charmer ..."$499.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Pierre Paillard
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Pierre Paillard Blanc De Noir Maillerettes 2014"The Blanc de Noirs is pure with lots of complexity, fine and racy. The Bla..."$158.99
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Vintage Champagne
Vintage Champagne is a type of Champagne that is made from grapes harvested in a single year, also known as a "vintage" year. The grapes must be grown in the Champagne region of France and must meet strict quality standards set by the Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (CIVC). Vintage Champagne is considered to be the highest quality type of Champagne and is aged for a longer period of time than non-vintage Champagne before being released for sale.
The aging process allows the wine to develop its unique character, and the taste can vary depending on the vintage. Vintage Champagne is usually made from a blend of different grape varieties, with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier being the most commonly used. Vintage Champagne is typically more expensive than non-vintage Champagne because of the extra care and attention required to produce it. The wine is usually aged for a minimum of three years in the bottle before being released for sale. The bottle will display the vintage year on the label, and it is usually considered to be more elegant and refined than non-vintage Champagne. Some producers will hold on to the wine for a decade or more before releasing it for sale. This allows the wine to develop its unique character and complexity.
The vintage year must be declared by the producer only in years when the grapes meet a certain standard of quality. This means that not every year will be a vintage year and only a small percentage of wines produced in Champagne will be considered vintage.
The taste can vary depending on the vintage year, the grape varieties used, and the winemaking methods. Some vintage Champagnes can have a more complex flavor profile with notes of brioche, toast, and nuts, while others can be more fruity with a hint of minerality.
Typically paired with more sophisticated and refined dishes such as caviar, truffles, and foie gras. The flavors of the wine and the food complement each other, and the bubbles in the wine help to cleanse the palate between bites.
Vintage Champagne can be collected and aged by wine enthusiasts, and some vintages can become highly sought after and valuable. The wine can change and develop over time, making it an interesting and rewarding experience to collect and taste different vintages.
Vintage Champagne should be stored in a cool, dark place, ideally at a temperature of around 7-10 degrees Celsius (45-50 degrees Fahrenheit).
Overall, vintage Champagne is considered to be a luxury product and it is usually more expensive than non-vintage Champagne. It is a wine that is meant to be savored and appreciated, and it is often consumed on special occasions.
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