TN: Chartogne Taillet Champagne Cuvee St Anne

WINE TALK
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Full bodied and very creamy with notes of strawberry, spiced pears, pineapple, toast and even a bit of pencil lead. Perfectly blanced with invigorating acidity and chalky minerality on a long and mouthwatering finish. I drank this without food, (and it was a delight), but I think this would work better as a food wine and the pairing possibilities here are vrtually endless. This has enough heft to stand up to nearly everything but will overpower nothing. This is terrific wine and I will definately be buying again.

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I don’t have a lot of experience with the St Anne, but I am a big fan of the Fiacre. Do you know what the difference is?

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Sorry, this is my first experience with this producer. I tried it only because it wa a Terry Thiese selection at $32.

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This is a great QPR Champagne, it was my house bubbly until I found another I liked even better (NV Moutard). My reviews were here: http://vinotas.blogspot.com/2008/04/monday-night-champagne.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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The Ste Anne is the basic NV cuvee while Fiacre is Chartogne-Taillet’s tete de cuvee. The Fiacre is a vintaged blend of ~ 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir from the oldest and best vines while the Ste Anne comes from various vineyards and can include Pinot Meunier in addition to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Both cuvees are nice, but the Fiacre can be brilliant.

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Thanks. I can definately imagine this wine with Vietnamese food. Do you have any notes on the Moutard? What does it retail for?

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Scott, I buy the Moutard for around $29.99 at Wine Library, but I am sure it’s all over the country. Here are my notes:
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I will keep my eyes peeled for that and the Fleury you wrote about as well. I am excited to know there are at least a few good grower Champagnes available in my price range! [dance-clap.gif]

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Thanks for the note. Sounds wonderful … and the price [dance-clap.gif]


Jason