Ratings & Tasting Notes:

94 points Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

*No tasting note given.

92 points Wine Spectator

Crisp, firm and elegant with a sharply focused beam of pear, spice, vanilla and ginger notes that are rich and concentrated. Finishes with a burst of flavor that stays with you on a long, full finish.

Cult Wines International Notes:

Taittinger Collection Series: A Fusion of Art and Champagne

The Taittinger Collection Series, a visionary initiative by Claude Taittinger, seamlessly merges the art of winemaking with the creative genius of renowned artists. Inspired by his deep appreciation for modern art, Taittinger began commissioning artists to design limited-edition bottles for the 1978 vintage, which was first released in 1983.

This pioneering series features the works of esteemed artists such as André Masson, Robert Rauschenberg, and Amadou Sow, creating a unique and enduring legacy that connects Champagne Taittinger with the world of contemporary art.

Produced exclusively in exceptional vintages, the Collection Series showcases the finest cuvées, crafted from Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs and Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne. The wines undergo meticulous production, including extended aging on the lees for a minimum of five years, resulting in exquisite Champagne with fine, persistent bubbles.

The 1986 vintage bottle features art by Hans Hartung, a German-born French abstract artist. His work on the bottle is characterized by gestural, abstract forms, including black and yellow brushstrokes on a silvery background, which are meant to evoke the vivacity and freshness of the wine. The wine itself is a blend of 40% Chardonnay and 60% Pinot Noir.

Bottle Size:

750 mL

Storage History:

Stored on its side in a climate-controlled cellar since release.

Condition:

Please note: The bottle shown is the exact bottle being sold.

Excellent visual condition as shown. This bottle has been stored properly its whole life, however the fill level & wine clarity are impossible to observe through the opaque bottle.