Taittinger Brut Millesime 2004

"A toasty Champagne, with an exotic hint of cumin spicing the wine and supporting flavors of clementine, ginger bread and graphite. There’s intensity and racy acidity, all put together in a well-meshed, elegant package. Drink now through 2024."

93 Points

Wine Spectator

"Light, bright yellow-gold. Orange oil, lemon and pear on the nose, with complicating notes of allspice and honeysuckle. Sappy, tightly wound citrus flavors gain weight and power with air, taking a turn toward orchard fruits and nectarine. Zesty acidity adds spine and lift and the spicy element becomes more pronounced on the back half. This very young Champagne finishes with strong cut and impressive length, and should be even better with a few more years of bottle age."

92 Points

International Wine Cellar

"The estate's 2004 Brut Millesime is a tense, wiry Champagne that needs at least several years in bottle to come together. The higher proportion of Chardonnay is felt in the wine’s cut and verve. A hint of crushed rocks lingers on the finish. With air the wine softens a touch and becomes richer on the plate, but another few years in bottle should be beneficial. This is Lot L8376MX00200, disgorged November/December, 2008 (not indicated on label). Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022."

91 Points

The Wine Advocate