Taittinger Champagne Prelude Grand Cru NV 750ml

$106.86/bottle

Add to Cart

$0.00

Taittinger Champagne Prelude Grand Cru NV 750ml

Name: Taittinger Champagne Prelude Grand Cru NV 750ml
Brand: Taittinger
SKU: 448746
Price: 106.86 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 92.8 (5 reviews)

Sample image only. Please see Item description for product Information. When ordering, the item shipped will match the product listing if there are any discrepancies. Do not order solely on the label if you feel it does not match product description.

SKU 448746

$106.86/bottle

Availability: This item is available for online ordering only. It can be picked up or shipped from our location within 4-6 business days. See FAQ for more.

Bulk Discounts

DC 95pts

JS 94pts

WE 93pts

WA 91pts

WS 91pts

See professional reviews

Oodles of fruit flavour: pear, peach and orange citrus with a dollop of creamy custard to boot. Beautifully smooth with lovely nuanced bubbles and delicious length. (Gold) – DWWA 2026

Country: France
Region: Champagne

Size: 750ml

More Purchase Options:

750ml $106.86/bottle ✓

SKU: 448746

More about this item

Winery

Taittinger

Shop all from Taittinger

Varietal

Champagne Blend

The sparkling wines of Champagne have been revered by wine drinkers for hundreds of years, and even today they maintain their reputation for excellence of flavor and character, and are consistently associated with quality, decadence, and a cause for celebration. Their unique characteristics are partly due to the careful blending of a small number of selected grape varietals, most commonly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. These grapes, blended in fairly equal quantities, give the wines of Champagne their wonderful flavors and aromas, with the Pinot Noir offering length and backbone, and the Chardonnay varietal giving its acidity and dry, biscuity nature. It isn't unusual to sometimes see Champagne labeled as 'blanc de blanc', meaning it is made using only Chardonnay varietal grapes, or 'blanc de noir', which is made solely with Pinot Noir.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

Learn more…

Region

Champagne

The beautiful rolling hillsides of the Champagne region of France have, for hundreds of years, been producing many of the world's most famous wines. The sparkling white wines to come out of Champagne's prestigious wineries have conquered the world, and are drank in celebration across the globe. The vast majority of the region is under vine, and grows predominantly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grape varietals, which are usually blended together by master wine-makers in order to make their recognizable and widely loved produce. The north-easterly region of Champagne has a relatively cool climate, and quite a lot of rainfall, making it far from ideal for ripening grapes. However, the presence of heavily forested areas in the region helps maintain a balanced temperature, and the generations of expertise the wineries hold clearly produces excellent results in spite of the climatic problems.

Ratings & Reviews

DC 95pts

Decanter

Oodles of fruit flavour: pear, peach and orange citrus with a dollop of creamy custard to boot. Beautifully smooth with lovely nuanced bubbles and delicious length. (Gold) - DWWA 2026

JS 94pts

James Suckling

Dried apples, mangoes, dried flowers, chalk and oyster shells on the nose. Full-bodied and dense. The bitter lemon and white plum flavors come through in the finish. This is from all grand cru vineyards. Based on 2018. Disgorged January 2026. Drink now.

WE 93pts

Wine Enthusiast

A blend of equal Chardonnay and Pinot Noir exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards. It is a rich wine, tightly textured with citrus and tangy acidity. There is a tense core of crispness, with intense fruit and a dry aftertaste. This is a fine bottling that should age further, so drink from 2018.

WA 91pts

Wine Advocate

The newest release of Taittinger’s NV Prélude Grands Crus, drawn entirely from the 2017 vintage and disgorged in June 2024 with a dosage of nine grams per liter, offers up aromas of toasted bread, pear, peach and almond paste, subtly framed by gentle reduction. Medium- to full-bodied, muscular and broad-shouldered, the wine possesses a rich core of fruit yet remains lively structured around racy acids, culminating in an enveloping finish. Sourced—as ever—from six grand cru villages (Mailly-Champagne, Verzenay, Ambonnay, Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Oger), it is a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, though there is no question that 2017 favored Chardonnay, as red varieties faced considerable disease pressure throughout the region.

WS 91pts

Wine Spectator

Well-honed acidity defines rich notes of smoked hazelnut, pear tarte Tatin, lemon meringue and mineral, a focused profile set on the satinlike mousse. Lingering and spiced on the racy finish. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Drink now. 300 cases imported.

Winery Notes

The balance between freshness and aromatic strength is what makes this champagne such a harmonious blend. The cuvee comes together through the careful selection of the best Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Grands Crus, taken from just the first pressing, and a maturation period of 5 years in the cellars. With its blend of 50/50 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it is the ideal prelude to a unique moment of pleasure and celebration.

More Products From This Winery See more

12 FREE

BTI 92pts

WA 90pts

Taittinger Champagne la Francaise NV 750ml
Bright yellow hue. Rich aromas of spiced apple and smoke. Impressively rich, concentrated, and fruity with a moderately full body…

$56.23/bottle Add to Cart
VM 98pts

WA 96pts

Pre-arrival
Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2006 750ml

Case of 6

The 2006 Comtes de Champagne is in a great spot. Baked apple tart, spice, chamomile, marzipan, slate and chalk confer…

$179.87/bottle Add Case to Cart
WE 95pts

DC 95pts

Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2005 750ml
With just a touch of bottle age giving a toasty character, this impressive wine is already showing some maturity. That…

$189.94/bottle Add to Cart
JS 100pts

WA 98pts

Pre-arrival
Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2008 750ml

Case of 6

The perfect blanc de blancs. Full-bodied with a lovely framework of acidity and dry fruit, such as apples, pears and…

$257.75/bottle Add Case to Cart
JS 99pts

VM 97pts

Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2014 750ml
Wonderful aromas of cooked apples, bread dough, meringue, honeysuckle, lilacs and some lavender. Medium-bodied with density and focus, a tight…

$225.60/bottle Add to Cart
12 FREE

JS 94pts

WA 91pts

Taittinger Champagne Brut Prestige Rose NV 750ml
A structured rosé with aromas of strawberries, orange peel, peaches and cranberries, then black currants and bark. It’s medium-bodied with…

$64.94/bottle Add to Cart

On Sale

Recent E-mail Deals

Great Wines Under $30

Bulk Price Deals

3 Great Wines Under $30 – Spanish Edition

Oregon: Beautiful, Green, Overcast… You Get It.

3 Great Wines Under $30 – Episode 9: Rent-Friendly Reds

Taittinger Champagne Prelude Grand Cru NV 750ml

More Purchase Options:

Winery

Taittinger

Varietal

Champagne Blend

Country

France

Region

Champagne

Decanter

James Suckling

Wine Enthusiast

Wine Advocate

Wine Spectator

Winery Notes

Similar Products From The Same Region

Champagne Valentin Leflaive Brut Verzenay|20|3.0 Les Correttes NV 750ml

Vilmart & Cie Champagne Premier Cru Grand Cellier Oenotheque T14 2013 750ml

Henriot Champagne Brut Rose Millesime 2015 750ml

Rene Geoffroy Champagne Brut Nature Blanc de Noirs 1er Cru “Lieu Dit Les Tiersaudes” 2019 750ml

Girard-Bonnet Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru “Caferlane” 2020 750ml

More Products From This Winery See more

Taittinger Champagne la Francaise NV 750ml

Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2006 750ml

Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2005 750ml

Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2008 750ml

Taittinger Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne 2014 750ml

Taittinger Champagne Brut Prestige Rose NV 750ml

In-store Only Items

Long-term Pre-arrival Items

Case Only Items

Rapid Ship

More Purchase Options:

Similar Products From The Same Region

More Products From This Winery See more

Trending Blog Posts