2006 Taittinger "Comtes de Champagne" Brut Blanc de Blancs 6L [V97][JG96][JS96][WA96][WE95][BH94][WS94]

Producer: Taittinger  Region: Champagne, France  Blend: Chardonnay  Year: 2006   Vinous, 97 Points  "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 tête de cuvée 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."  John Gilman, 96 Points  "The 2006 vintage of Taittinger’s iconic Comtes de Champagne bottling is a beautifully refined example of the vint