Taittinger Prestige Rose Magnum 1.5L, Champagne

Taittinger Prestige Rosé is one of Champagne’s most recognisable and elegant rosés, prized for its purity, freshness and refined expression of Pinot Noir. Sourced from vineyards across Champagne, the blend is built on a high proportion of Pinot Noir, much of it vinified as red wine to give colour, structure and aromatic depth, balanced by Chardonnay for finesse and lift. The house style is unmistakably Taittinger. Precise, poised and quietly confident.

Taittinger is one of the few remaining large Champagne houses that is family owned and deeply focused on Chardonnay driven elegance. Prestige Rosé reflects that philosophy beautifully, combining the generosity of Pinot Noir with the house’s hallmark freshness and restraint. Extended lees ageing builds texture and complexity, while the dosage is carefully judged to keep the wine crisp and food friendly.

In the glass, the wine shows a vibrant salmon pink hue with fine, persistent bubbles. Aromatically, it is expressive yet refined. Wild strawberry, raspberry and red cherry lead, followed by hints of blood orange, rose petal and subtle pastry notes. There is a gentle freshness throughout that keeps the aromatics lifted and precise rather than sweet.

On the palate, Prestige Rosé is lively and beautifully balanced. Red berry flavours flow through a fine, creamy mousse, supported by bright acidity that gives energy and length. The texture is silky rather than rich, with a clean, dry finish that lingers with red fruit, citrus peel and a faint savoury edge. Everything feels measured and harmonious.

This is a Champagne that works effortlessly both as an aperitif and at the table. It pairs beautifully with salmon, tuna, shellfish, charcuterie, roast poultry or lightly spiced dishes. While it is drinking superbly now for its vibrancy and charm, it will also develop extra savoury complexity over the next five to eight years.

Taittinger Prestige Rosé is elegant, polished and consistently excellent. A classic Champagne rosé that delivers finesse, freshness and broad appeal without sacrificing detail or quality.