Taittinger Comtes 08 $125 - $135

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YLee · #1 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 4:07 am

Woodland Hills has it for 125-135 on pre-arrival.

1-5 bottles 135
6+ 125

#2 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » November 30th, 2019, 4:17 am

Nice order in

#3 Post by **William Kelley** » November 30th, 2019, 5:08 am

That's very persuasive. I was a little afraid that the 2008 release would be accompanied by some price "repositioning", but happily Taittinger have evidently decided to continue to leave appreciable value on the table relative to many of their competitors.

#4 Post by **Josh Grossman** » November 30th, 2019, 5:27 am

Wonderful news for us LVMH haters! I was worried how the tariffs were going to hurt Envoyer. Looks like I'll be doing my part to keep them afloat; going to stock up

#5 Post by **Dale Bowers** » November 30th, 2019, 6:32 am

Ordered 6. Now $125

#6 Post by **Jim Stewart** » November 30th, 2019, 6:44 am

Dale Bowers wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 6:32 am
Ordered 6. Now $125

Double check your order the 07 is 124.99 the 08 is 135

#7 Post by **Dale Bowers** » November 30th, 2019, 6:46 am

Jim Stewart wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 6:44 am

Dale Bowers wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 6:32 am
Ordered 6. Now $125
Double check your order the 07 is 124.99 the 08 is 135

My order acknowledgement say ‘08 and $750.

YLee · #8 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 6:55 am

It shows $135 but in cart shows $125.
I will change thread title.

Anyone know the shipping rate to New York with them?

#9 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » November 30th, 2019, 7:04 am

It’s only 125 if you get 6 I think.

#10 Post by **mark rudner** » November 30th, 2019, 7:06 am

mine says $750 as well
thanks for the heads up

YLee · #11 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 7:11 am

1-5 bottles 135
6+ 125

#12 Post by **Ken Strauss** » November 30th, 2019, 8:24 am

YLee wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 6:55 am
It shows $135 but in cart shows $125.
I will change thread title.

Anyone know the shipping rate to New York with them?

If you can fill out a case of 12 you can get free shipping.

#13 Post by **William Segui** » November 30th, 2019, 9:09 am

In for 6

#14 Post by **R. Frankel** » November 30th, 2019, 9:11 am

Yes, 6 for me. Free shipping in California is nice.

Frederico L e e · #15 Post by **Frederico L e e** » November 30th, 2019, 9:50 am

That makes me very jealous. '08 hasn't been released yet in Canada but the '06 is already selling for CAD 280 (USD200) here in Calgary, AB

#16 Post by **Sc0tt F!tzger@ld** » November 30th, 2019, 10:21 am

Woodland is now showing the 2008 out of stock

YLee · #17 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 11:40 am

Confirmed it is all sold out. Also case shipping of this to NY is approximately $50 for anyone wondering.

#18 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » November 30th, 2019, 11:46 am

Shipping by the case should be free.

YLee · #19 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 11:57 am

I dont know. That's the info their sale rep told me over the phone.

#20 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » November 30th, 2019, 12:01 pm

Continental United States!

FREE GROUND SHIPPING is available nationwide for shipping addresses meeting these criteria:

Mix & match any number of full cases (12-btl increments)
Order must contain ONLY designated Free Shipping Items
Eligible shipping options: GSO-CPS Standard Next Day, FedEx Ground, or UPS Ground
Continental U.S. only (excludes AK/HI)

The comtes was free shipping eligible.

#21 Post by **AAgrawal** » November 30th, 2019, 12:16 pm

Yes, and less than a full case should still be free shipping in california, assuming you bought at least two bottles (>$250).

Edit: Actually, maybe not. Reading more closely, it says valid for new in-stock purchases only. These are pre-arrival.

#22 Post by **R. Frankel** » November 30th, 2019, 12:39 pm

My receipt says $18.38 for GSO to SF. I bought 10 bottles, certainly above the $ minimum. So even if not free for pre-orders, it’s still pretty reasonable.

YLee · #23 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 12:44 pm

I wonder what $ others will offer. I was planning on buying cases from FRA or UK.

Funny I posted this for others then when I went to make my purchase it was sold out. Life of a parent.

#24 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » November 30th, 2019, 12:51 pm

Just contact them when it’s time to ship; I didn’t pay anything for shipping yet.

J. Rock · #25 Post by **J. Rock** » November 30th, 2019, 1:06 pm

If you're worried about shipping, I can just run down the street and pick them up for you; I'll even give you complimentary tasting notes as well

#26 Post by **Mark Morrissette** » November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm

I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)

#27 Post by **alan weinberg** » November 30th, 2019, 2:28 pm

grabbed 6 and hoping for a lower price down the road so I can grab more.

#28 Post by **alan weinberg** » November 30th, 2019, 2:28 pm

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)

Ployez-Jacquemart is a nice visit in Reims.

#29 Post by **alan weinberg** » November 30th, 2019, 2:32 pm

Sc0tt F!tzger@ld wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 10:21 am
Woodland is now showing the 2008 out of stock

just checked and it shows 24+ prearrival.

YLee · #30 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 2:35 pm

Yes, it came back and I placed a request for a case.
This was their email
"Thank you for your recent purchase with Woodland Hills Wine Company! Your order has been received and is being reviewed. Once we have verified quantities available and processed payment, we will send you an Order Confirmation email."

I guess it's not confirmed yet. My card was charged though.

UPDATE: My order is confirmed. As of right now 17 bottles left.

#31 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » November 30th, 2019, 4:15 pm

I ended up getting a case; probably set on 08 cdc, unless it’s much better than I expect. I guess I’ve drank more 06 cdc in the last 2 years (~a case or so) than any grand marque, fwiw, so maybe I’ll end up getting more.

#32 Post by **Brent S** » November 30th, 2019, 4:24 pm

And just like that, sold out! Grrrrr

YLee · #33 Post by **YLee** » November 30th, 2019, 6:09 pm

Brent S wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 4:24 pm
And just like that, sold out! Grrrrr

Their Wine Director told me they are waiting for another 600 bottle confirmation.

#34 Post by **Scott Jameson** » December 1st, 2019, 5:21 am

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)

We visited Taittinger last July and tasted the 2006 and 2007 CdC. I don't remember the exact price, but it was quite a bit higher than I could buy it for locally (and TX isn't open to shipping from out-of-state retailers). I had some fun with the tasting room staff, showing them the offers for the 2007 on wine-searcher as they found them very low.

By the way, make sure you visit Ruinart, if it isn't already in your plans. The wines they poured for tasting were excellent and the tour through the limestone caves was great.

#35 Post by **Howard Cooper** » December 1st, 2019, 5:54 am

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)

I was there a year and a half ago and cannot remember whether the price at the winery was about the same as the best prices in the US or higher. Do not recall them being a bargain.

Had a great time there nonetheless. We spent a day in Reims and went to Taittinger and Ruinart. Caves are really impressive.

#36 Post by **Steve L Gellman** » December 1st, 2019, 6:33 am

2012 Cristal $229 pre-arrival

https://www.envoyerfinewines.com/produc ... 69db&_ss=r

#37 Post by **craig v** » December 1st, 2019, 8:24 am

The good new, there is a lot of Comte made. No need to freak out on first offer.

Jonathan Sirot · #38 Post by **Jonathan Sirot** » December 1st, 2019, 8:37 am

craig v wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 8:24 am
The good new, there is a lot of Comte made. No need to freak out on first offer.

True.
There certainly will be more down the pike. However I suspect that for most of us that the $125 price will be close to bottom. I grabbed 6 and if I do see it go lower will double down.

R@y.Tupp@+sch · #39 Post by **R@y.Tupp@+sch** » December 1st, 2019, 9:02 am

Jonathan Sirot wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 8:37 am

craig v wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 8:24 am
The good new, there is a lot of Comte made. No need to freak out on first offer.
True.
There certainly will be more down the pike. However I suspect that for most of us that the $125 price will be close to bottom. I grabbed 6 and if I do see it go lower will double down.

Don't know the numbers for the '08, but production levels aren't that high. Generally around 20,000 cases. 2002 was a smaller production and I wasn't able to buy as much as I wanted to on release. If '08 is similiar to '02, then the buying window won't by that long.

YLee · #40 Post by **YLee** » December 1st, 2019, 9:20 am

Jonathan Sirot wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 8:37 am

craig v wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 8:24 am
The good new, there is a lot of Comte made. No need to freak out on first offer.
True.
There certainly will be more down the pike. However I suspect that for most of us that the $125 price will be close to bottom. I grabbed 6 and if I do see it go lower will double down.

Nobody should be freaking out about wine. Lol.
But as Jonathan stated, this price is pretty good especially if you buy 12 bottles to get free shipping. To me that's like $120 per.
I can get the '06 right now from UK for about $105 shipped. So the $125 w/ free shipping is definitely a good buy for a case. Later on I will add more depending on how others price Taittinger.

#41 Post by **Mark Morrissette** » December 1st, 2019, 9:36 am

Scott Jameson wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 5:21 am

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)
We visited Taittinger last July and tasted the 2006 and 2007 CdC. I don't remember the exact price, but it was quite a bit higher than I could buy it for locally (and TX isn't open to shipping from out-of-state retailers). I had some fun with the tasting room staff, showing them the offers for the 2007 on wine-searcher as they found them very low.

By the way, make sure you visit Ruinart, if it isn't already in your plans. The wines they poured for tasting were excellent and the tour through the limestone caves was great.

Super helpful, thank you very much. Most likely I will stock up from US retailers, and just enjoy the tour and tasting then.

I would love to visit Ruinart, everyone says it is great. Unfortunately, it looks like they are closed for tours until mid-March. A good excuse to go back another time....!

#42 Post by **Mark Morrissette** » December 1st, 2019, 9:39 am

Howard Cooper wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 5:54 am

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)
I was there a year and a half ago and cannot remember whether the price at the winery was about the same as the best prices in the US or higher. Do not recall them being a bargain.

Had a great time there nonetheless. We spent a day in Reims and went to Taittinger and Ruinart. Caves are really impressive.

Great, thank you. That does look like a great duo. Unfortunately, with Ruinart closed until March, we won't be able to do that one. We may focus on our energy on finding a great lunch spot, touring the town a bit, and enjoying Taittinger given the limited time. Ruinart... next time!

#43 Post by **Howard Cooper** » December 1st, 2019, 12:16 pm

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 9:39 am

Howard Cooper wrote: ↑
December 1st, 2019, 5:54 am

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)
I was there a year and a half ago and cannot remember whether the price at the winery was about the same as the best prices in the US or higher. Do not recall them being a bargain.

Had a great time there nonetheless. We spent a day in Reims and went to Taittinger and Ruinart. Caves are really impressive.
Great, thank you. That does look like a great duo. Unfortunately, with Ruinart closed until March, we won't be able to do that one. We may focus on our energy on finding a great lunch spot, touring the town a bit, and enjoying Taittinger given the limited time. Ruinart... next time!

My one disappointment going to Reims is that there really did not seem to be that much of a wine "town" or anything to tour. Taittinger and Ruinart were fairly far apart and restaurants were separated from them. It is not like the towns of say Bordeaux or Beaune with a central district. There should be some threads on the travel board with recommendations for restaurants.

#44 Post by **Kris Patten** » December 1st, 2019, 2:28 pm

If everyone is expecting $125 CdC, I think you're going to be disappointed, barring grey market wines. Just like Dom 08 came out around $125 and has settled at $150-160, 08 CdC thru importers will be $150-ish.

#45 Post by **Mich@el Ch@ng** » December 1st, 2019, 3:01 pm

Yeah the first offer I got for Cristal 08 was the cheapest, 199 at Vins rare, should’ve bought more.

Carl I Steefel · #46 Post by **Carl I Steefel** » December 2nd, 2019, 12:35 pm

Mark Morrissette wrote: ↑
November 30th, 2019, 2:14 pm
I am going to visit Reims in February (first time), and have reservations for a tour and tasting at Taittinger.

Anyone have any idea how their pricing for CdC at the house might compare to pricing in the US? (And, i know I would have to figure out shipping as well...)

My recollection for the tasting room at Taittinger was about 125-130 Euros for the 2006. I guess that could creep higher for the 2008, but perhaps the tasting room price is immune to the upward drift in the American market??

p. raghib · #47 Post by **p. raghib** » December 2nd, 2019, 8:26 pm

I know it is not the 08, but vinsrare has the 07 for $99

JLee · #48 Post by **JLee** » December 3rd, 2019, 8:25 am

I know Taittinger can do no wrong but has anyone tried this one yet? I haven't tried a single '08 Blanc de Blanc anything. Or '09 for that matter.

#49 Post by **D@vid Bu3ker** » December 3rd, 2019, 8:38 am

When is the expected arrival on these? The proposed sparkling wine tariffs might be a problem.

#50 Post by **L e o F r o k i c** » December 3rd, 2019, 8:54 am

JLee wrote: ↑
December 3rd, 2019, 8:25 am
I know Taittinger can do no wrong but has anyone tried this one yet? I haven't tried a single '08 Blanc de Blanc anything. Or '09 for that matter.

Not a Comte but I loved 2008 Taittinger Brut Millesime, it reminded me of 2002 but with crisper acidity, probably one of the best Brut Millesime I have ever had.