Les Folies de la Marquetterie

Les Folies de la Marquetterie is the very first cuvée of the house of Taittinger. It comes from the Folies vineyard at the Château de la Marquetterie and combines 55 per cent Pinot Noir with 45 per cent Chardonnay. In the glass it shows a deep yellow with golden-brown glints. The nose opens with peach, citrus fruit and stewed apricot, joined by toasted brioche and a hint of vanilla.

On the palate this brut is fine, structured and fruity, with yellow peach as the leading aroma. The finish is carried by notes of wood and a chalky minerality. This structure stands up to heartier dishes: try it with roast meat, fish in a sauce or a ripe cheese such as Chaource. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a large white wine glass, where the fruit and toasty aromas can develop well. It is delivered in a gift box.