Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2016 is a Champagne of remarkable character and maturity, expressing the individuality of a challenging yet rewarding vintage. Crafted only in exceptional years, this is the 43rd Grand Vintage in the House’s history, and it stands apart for its tension, precision, and textural depth. The blend — 41% Chardonnay, 37% Pinot Noir, and 22% Meunier — reflects both balance and power, shaped by a year marked by frost, a cool spring, and a warm, dry summer that yielded concentrated, expressive fruit.

Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles, it opens with aromas of white peach, citrus zest, toasted almonds, and fresh brioche. The palate is layered and refined — creamy yet taut — showing flavours of lemon curd, apricot, and subtle spice, underscored by a saline minerality and a long, elegant finish. This 2016 Grand Vintage is both structured and graceful, offering a beautiful snapshot of the season’s complexity and the Moët hallmark of finesse and freshness. Perfect for fine dining, seafood, or to cellar for further evolution.

Chardonnay (48%)

Chardonnay is one of the most versatile and widely planted white grape varieties in the world, renowned for its adaptability to diverse climates and winemaking styles. Originating in Burgundy, where it reaches its most elegant and mineral expression, Chardonnay can range from crisp and steely to rich and opulent, depending on where and how it is made. Its relatively neutral character allows it to reflect both terroir and technique—whether aged in stainless steel for a lean, citrus-driven profile, or in oak barrels to develop notes of vanilla, toast, and creamy texture. Flavours often include apple, pear, lemon, peach, and tropical fruits, with cool-climate examples offering tension and minerality, while warmer regions yield fuller, rounder styles. From Chablis to Napa, Margaret River to Sicily, Chardonnay remains a benchmark for quality and diversity in white wine.

Pinot Noir (34%)

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most revered and expressive grape varieties, prized for its elegance, complexity, and ability to reflect terroir like no other. Native to Burgundy, it thrives in cool to moderate climates and is notoriously thin-skinned and finicky to grow, requiring careful vineyard management. In the glass, Pinot Noir typically offers delicate aromas of red berries—such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry—alongside floral notes, forest floor, and subtle spice. Its light to medium body, gentle tannins, and bright acidity make it both graceful and food-friendly. Whether from the limestone slopes of Burgundy, the coastal vineyards of California, the hills of Oregon, or New Zealand’s Central Otago, Pinot Noir captivates with its finesse, transparency, and the ability to age gracefully, making it a favourite among both winemakers and wine lovers alike.

Pinot Meunier (18%)

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