{"product_id":"taittinger-collection-sebastiao-salgado-champagne-2008","title":"Taittinger Collection Sebastião Salgado Champagne 2008","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaittinger Collection Sebastião Salgado 2008 is a striking limited-edition Champagne that pairs the elegance of one of Champagne’s most respected houses with the artistic vision of Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado. Built on the outstanding 2008 vintage and crafted from an equal blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it offers both collectible appeal and the refined, harmonious style for which Taittinger is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Champagne shows a fine, luminous golden colour with a persistent, delicate mousse. The nose is layered and expressive, unfolding with notes of toasted nuts, cocoa, coffee, and ripe fruit, all wrapped in a subtle creamy elegance. On the palate, it is silky and beautifully balanced, with the structure of Pinot Noir complementing the freshness and finesse of Chardonnay. There is impressive depth and a velvety texture, giving the wine a sense of sophistication and quiet power.\n\nThe 2008 vintage has excellent ageing potential, and this release already shows remarkable harmony, with further complexity likely to develop over time. Its precision and concentration suggest a Champagne that can continue to evolve gracefully in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cuvée comes from the Champagne region’s chalk-rich terroir, where cool climate conditions help preserve the tension and freshness that define great sparkling wine. Only the first pressing is used, ensuring purity and finesse, and the blend is split evenly between Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The wine was released in 2016 as part of Taittinger’s celebrated Collection series, a format designed to unite exceptional vintages with original artistic labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe this Champagne chilled at around 8–10°C to highlight its finesse and layered complexity. It pairs beautifully with refined dishes such as lobster, scallops, roasted poultry, truffle risotto, or mushroom-based plates, and can also work wonderfully with aged hard cheeses. Decanting is not recommended; instead, allow it a few minutes in the glass to open gradually and reveal its full aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Taittinger is one of the most renowned family-owned houses in Champagne, with a long-standing reputation for elegance, precision, and Chardonnay-driven style. Based in Reims, the house has become especially respected for producing wines of finesse and consistency across both non-vintage and prestige cuvées. The Collection series has also earned a notable place in Champagne history by bringing together fine wine and contemporary art in limited-edition releases.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Taittinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122454667506,"sku":"FW-6477","price":268.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/produkt-grid_119.png?v=1777476112","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/taittinger-collection-sebastiao-salgado-champagne-2008","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}