
1990 Taittinger Champagne Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut 750ml
Reviews: 96 points Vinous, "The 1990 Comtes de Champagne captures a stylistic middle ground between the 1988 and 1990. Slightly advancing tones of orange peel and roasted nuts are beautifully contrasted by a streak of minerality that gives the wine its freshness and verve. Bright floral and mineral notes reappear on the finish, adding focus. Rich in its texture yet effortless, the 1990 offers exceptional balance and tons of class. It should continue to drink well for another 15 years. (AG)" 95 points John Gilman, "I had not crossed paths with a bottle of the 1990 Comtes de Champagne in five years and I was very happy to see the wine cruising along beautifully and at the peak of its powers. The bottle was served in succession to the 1996 and 1995 versions and the 1990 really showed well amongst very stiff competition. There seems to be a bit more mid-palate power to the 1990 than these other two vintages, as well as the first vestiges of tertiary development in the aromatic and flavo