Moët & Chandon - Cuvée Spéciale BMW - Brut Impérial Champagne circa 2000

Presentation of the Cuvée Brut Impérial

Brut Impérial is a true icon of the house. Crafted to express the harmony of Champagne grape varieties, this cuvée is renowned for its consistency and balance. Non-vintage, it represents Moët & Chandon's timeless signature: accessible and versatile.

History of the House of Moët & Chandon

Founded in 1743 by Claude Moët, Moët & Chandon is one of the most iconic Champagne houses. Renowned for its prestigious vintages, notably the famous "Dom Pérignon," Moët has embodied excellence and refinement for over two centuries.

Specificities of this Cuvée Brut Impérial (2000's)

This special BMW cuvée, produced around the 2000s, is a Brut Impérial, one of Moët & Chandon's signatures. A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, it embodies the house's style with its balance of fruitiness, roundness, and freshness. This champagne was produced in limited quantities in collaboration with BMW, making this bottle a rare collector's item.

• Technical details :

  • Blend : Majority of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, balanced by Pinot Meunier to provide roundness and suppleness.
  • Dosage : Raw (approximately 9-10 g/L), suitable for maintaining great freshness.
  • Estimated production period : Early 2000s based on bottle and packaging design.
  • Conservation : Good overall condition: label slightly worn, case stained and worn, color clear and bright, level excellent, capsule in good condition.

• Tasting notes :

  • Color : Pale gold with brilliant reflections, subtle and persistent effervescence.
  • Nose : Elegant bouquet of dried fruits (almond, hazelnut), mixed with notes of honey, biscuit and a discreet floral touch.
  • Palate : Beautiful freshness and balanced structure, evolved but still lively aromas, with a pleasant acidity on the finish. A seductive vintage thanks to its harmony and finesse.
    

Food and Wine Pairings

Thanks to its classic style and evolved aromas, this vintage is ideal to accompany:

• Starters: Seafood platter or poultry terrine.
• Dishes: Parmesan risotto, roasted poultry with herbs or sole fillet with beurre blanc.
• Cheeses: Young Comté or fresh goat's cheese.
• Desserts: Thin apple tart or almond financier.

This champagne is perfect for all sparkling wine tasters. Delicate and elegant, it will seduce connoisseurs. Aromatic and smooth, it will charm those who are new to the wine world.

At Wuat, we're not particularly fond of the Moët & Chandon brand. But we must admit that the older vintages are sublime.