Moët & Chandon

The Orangerie at Épernay

Moët & Chandon or Moët, is a French fine winery and co-owner of the luxury goods company LVMH Moët
Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE. Moët et Chandon is one of the world's largest expansive champagne producers
and a prominent champagne house. Moët et Chandon was established in 1743 by Claude Moët, and today
owns 1,150 hectares (2,800 acres) of vineyards, and annually produces approximately 28,000,000 bottles of
champagne. [2]

History
Moët et Chandon began as Moët et Cie [1] (Moët & Co.), established by Épernay wine
trader Claude Moët in 1743,[3] and began shipping his wine from Champagne to Paris. The reign
of King Louis XV coincided with increased demand for sparkling wine. Soon after its foundation,
and after son Claude-Louis joined Moët et Cie, the winery's clientele included nobles and
aristocrats.
In 1833 the company was renamed Moet et Chandon after Pierre-Gabriel Chandon, the director of
maisson4, joined the company as a partner of Jean-Remy Moet, Claude Moet's grandson.
Following the introduction of the concept of a vintage champagne in 1840, Moët marketed its
first vintage in 1842. Their best-selling brand, Brut Imperial was introduced in the 1860s. Their best
known label, Dom Perignon, is named for the Benedictine monk remembered in legend as the
"Father of Champagne".
Moët & Chandon merged with Hennessy Cognac in 1971 and with Louis Vuitton in 1987 to
become LVMH (Louis-Vuitton-Moët-Hennessy), the largest luxury group in the world, netting over
16 billion euros in fiscal 2004. Moët & Chandon holds a royal warrant as supplier of champagne
to Queen Elizabeth II.[4][3][5]
In 2006, Moët et Chandon Brut Impérial issued an extremely limited bottling of its champagne
named "Be Fabulous", a special release of its original bottle with decorative Swarovski crystals,
marking the elegance of Moët et Chandon.

C H A M PA G N E S
MOËT IMPÉRIAL
VIBRANT - GENEROUS - ALLURING

Moët Impérial is the House’s iconic champagne. Created in 1869, it embodies Moët & Chandon’s
unique style, a style distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant
maturity.

ASSEMBLAGE
Created from more than 100 different wines, of which 20% to 30% are reserve wines specially
selected to enhance its maturity, complexity and constancy, the assemblage reflects the diversity
and complementarity of the three grapes varietals :

The body of Pinot Noir:

30 to 40%

The suppleness of Pinot Meunier:

30 to 40%

The finesse of Chardonnay:

20 to 30%
Dosage: 9 g/litre
TASTING NOTES
AN ELEGANT COLOUR
 golden straw yellow with green highlights
A SPARKLING BOUQUET
 the vibrant intensity of green apple and citrus fruit
 the freshness of mineral nuances and white flowers
 the elegance of blond notes (brioche, cereal, fresh nuts)
A GENEROUS PALATE COMBINING SUMPTUOUSNESS AND SUBTLETY
 the delicious sumptuousness of white-fleshed fruits (pear, peach, apple)
 the alluring caress of fine bubbles
 the soft vivacity of citrus fruit and nuances of gooseberry
F O O D PA I R I N G

MOËT IMPÉRIAL CAN BE SERVED THROUGHOUT THE MEAL, FROM

A P E R I T I F TO D E S S E R T A N D PA I R S P E R F E C T LY W I T H :

- sushi
- scallops
- oysters
- white fish
- white meats (such as roasted free range chicken au jus with fines herbes)
- white fruits (such as a white peach tart served with a light, white chocolate cream)

MOËT ROSÉ IMPÉRIAL

SPONTANEOUS - RADIANT - ENTICING

Moët Rosé Impérial is a spontaneous, radiant, romantic expression of the Moët & Chandon style,
a style distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant maturity.

ASSEMBLAGE
The assemblage reflects the diversity and complementarity of the three grapes varietals:

The intensity of Pinot Noir:

40 to 50% of which 10% red wine

The roundness of Pinot Meunier:

30 to 40% of which 10% red wine

The elegance of Chardonnay:

10 to 20%

of which 20 to 30% from specially selected reserve wines to enhance its intensity, subtlety and
constancy.

Dosage: 9 g/litre
TASTING NOTES
A GLOWING COLOUR
 pink with amber highlights
A BEWITCHING BOUQUET
 a lively, intense bouquet of red fruits (wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry)
 floral nuances of rose
 a slight hint of pepper
AN EXPRESSIVE PALATE COMBINING INTENSITY AND SUPPLENESS
 the juicy, persistent intensity of berries (strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant)
 the fleshiness and firmness of peach
 the freshness of a subtle note of menthol
F O O D PA I R I N G

M O Ë T R O S É I M P É R I A L PA I R S W E L L W I T H PA I R S W E L L W I T H S I M P L E ,
I N T E N S E , C O L O U R F U L F L AV O U R S :

- Red meat, duck, goose, fresh game

- Fresh goat cheese, mozzarella, mascarpone
- Fresh, red-fleshed fruits
- Fresh herbs & dried herbs
- Black olives, olive oil, red onions
- Pink peppercorns, Szechuan pepper, paprika
- Morels

MOËT
ICE IMPÉRIAL
INTENSE - FRUITY - FRESH

Moët Ice Impérial, the first and only champagne especially created to be enjoyed over ice. A new
champagne experience combining fun, fresh and free sensations while remaining true to the Moët
& Chandon style, a style distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant
maturity.

ASSEMBLAGE
The profiles of the wines used in the assemblage have been meticulously selected for the specific
contribution made by each one :

mainly Pinot Noir (40-50%), winey and angular, for its intense fruitiness as well as for its structure,
which integrates the dosage.

Pinot Meunier (30-40%), full and fleshy, for a rich, melting sensation on the mid-palate.

Chardonnay (10-20%) for a refreshing finish.

20 to 30% specially selected reserve wines enhance the assemblage to complete its intensity,
richness and constancy.

Dosage : 45 g/litre
TASTING NOTES
A DENSE COLOUR
 deep gold
 with amber highlights
AN INTENSE, FRUITY BOUQUET
 the powerful aroma of tropical fruits (mango, guava)
 the sumptuousness of stonefruits (nectarine)
 an original note of raspberry
A GENEROUS PALATE COMBINING ROUNDNESS AND FRESHNESS
 the broad, fleshy, voluptuous flavour of a fresh fruit salad
 the captivating sweetness of caramel and quince jelly
 the refreshing acidity of grapefruit and ginger notes
F O O D PA I R I N G

M O Ë T I C E I M P É R I A L , S E R V E D W I T H 3 I C E C U B E S I N A L A R G E C A B E R N E T-
S T Y L E G L A S S , C A N B E M I X E D W I T H I N G R E D I E N T S T H AT H E I G H T E N
I T S F R E S H N E S S A N D A R O M AT I C I N T E N S I T Y:

- Mint leaves
- Lime or white grapefruit zest
- Cucumber peel
- A very thin slice of ginger
- Cardamon seeds
- Red fruits (strawberries, raspberries)

MOËT
ICE ROSÉ IMPÉRIAL
VIBRANT - LUSCIOUS - REFRESHING

Moët Ice Impérial Rosé, is the first and only rosé champagne especially created to be enjoyed on
ice. A new champagne tasting experience that brings together pleasure, freshness and the free
spirit of summer time.

ASSEMBLAGE
The profile of each wine was meticulously chosen for its specific contribution to the assemblage:

A majority of Pinot Noir wines (45% -55%, of which 10% red wine). Angular and vinous, these
wines were chosen for both the intensity of the fruit and the structural integration of the dosage.

Pinot Meunier wines (35%-45%, of which 10% red wine). Round and fleshy, these wines were
selected to add richness and middle notes of harmony and suppleness.

Chardonnay wines with a polished acidity (5%-10%) for a refreshing finish

20% to 30% of especially selected reserve wines round out the assemblage by enhancing its
intensity, richness and consistency.
Dosage: 38 g/liter
TASTING NOTES
A GLEAMING COLOR
 Vivid pink
 With golden highlights
A VIBRANT, FRUITY BOUQUET
 Mainly scents of fragrant red berries and cherries: Morello cherry, lingonberry and cranberry
 Nuances of juicy summer fruits: fig and nectarine
 An appetizing note of grenadine
A LUSCIOUS PALATE COMBINING SWEETNESS AND FIRMNESS
 The sweetness reminiscent of berries disperses and becomes lighter
 A harmonious balance of fruitiness and freshness
 A refreshing finish with a deliciously bittersweet note of pink grapefruit
MOËT
RÉSERVE
IMPÉRIALE
BLOOMING - VINOUS - WARM

Moët Réserve Impériale is a blooming, vinous expression of the Moët & Chandon style, a style
distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant maturity.

ASSEMBLAGE
The assemblage reflects the diversity and complementarity of the three grapes varietals :

The body of Pinot Noir: 40 to 50%

The suppleness of Pinot Meunier: 20 to 30%

The finesse of Chardonnay: 20 to 30%

of which 20 to 30% from specially selected reserve wines to enhance its maturity, complexity and
constancy.

Dosage : 9 g/litre
TASTING NOTES
AN ELEGANT COLOUR
 golden yellow
AN ENTICING BOUQUET
 the intensity of sun-ripened yellow summer fruits (apricot, peach)
 sweet, toasted nuances of cashew nuts, grilled hazelnuts and gingerbread
 a fresh citrus note
A STRUCTURED PALATE COMBINING DENSITY AND FRESHNESS
 the succulence of juicy ripe fruits (pear, peach, apricot)
  the vinous density of stonefruits (plum and cherry)
 a deliciously spicy nuance of cinnamon, refreshed by a touch of citrus
F O O D PA I R I N G

M O Ë T R É S E R V E I M P É R I A L E I S A G A S T R O N O M I C C H A M PA G N E T H AT PA I R S
W E L L W I T H S T R O N G F L AV O U R S A N D T E X T U R E S :

- Fresh game
- Dark-fleshed berries : blackberries, blackcurrants, blueberries
- Red-fleshed stonefruits : black cherries, morello cherries, red plums
- Strongly flavoured foods : turnips, celery, black radish, corn bread
- Chestnuts & toasted nuts : peanuts, cashews, grilled sesame seeds
- Gourmet mushrooms : girolles, chanterelles, porcini, shitake
- Spice bread, caramel, liquorice, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon

MOËT
N E C TA R
IMPÉRIAL
EXOTIC - RICH - LIVELY

Moët Nectar Impérial is a delicious expression of the Moët & Chandon style, a style distinguished
by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant maturity.

ASSEMBLAGE
The assemblage reflects the diversity and complementarity of the three grape varietals

The structure of Pinot Noir: 40 to 50%

The fleshiness Pinot Meunier : 30 to 40%

The freshness of Chardonnay : 10 to 20%

of which 20 to 30% from specially selected reserve wines to enhance its intensity, richness and
constancy.

Dosage: 45 g/litre
TASTING NOTES
AN INTENSE COLOUR
 bold yellow with golden highlights
A RICH BOUQUET
 a burst of exotic fruits (pineapple, mango)
 the roundness of stonefruits (mirabelle plum, apricot)
 a slight hint of vanilla
A VOLUPTUOUS PALATE COMBINING CREAMINESS AND VIBRANCY
 the captivating density of exotic fruits (pineapple, mango)
 the silky firmness of stonefruits (mirabelle plum, apricot)
 the brisk freshness of grapefruit notes
F O O D PA I R I N G

M O Ë T N E C TA R I M P É R I A L PA I R S PA R T I C U L A R LY W E L L W I T H R I C H F O O D S
A N D S P I C Y F L AV O U R S :

- Foie gras with freshly-milled black pepper

- Salmon in sweet and sour sauce
- Blue-veined cheeses (Roquefort, fourme, gorgonzola), with fruits
- Yellow-fleshed exotic fruits (grilled pineapple, mango sorbet flavoured with ginger and pepper)
- Nougat, toffee
- Spicy Indian and Chinese dishes with nuts such as cashews and macadamia nuts
- Curry, saffron

MOËT
N E C TA R
IMPÉRIAL ROSÉ
FLAMBOYANT - GOURMET - VOLUPTUOUS

Moët Nectar Impérial Rosé is a voluptuously gourmet expression of the Moët & Chandon style, a
style distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant maturity.

ASSEMBLAGE

The assemblage reflects the diversity and complementarity of the three grapes varietals :

The intensity of Pinot Noir:

45 to 55% of which 10% red wine

The fleshiness of Pinot Meunier:

35 to 45% of which 10% red wine

The freshness of Chardonnay:

5 to 10%

of which 20 to 30% from specially selected reserve wines to enhance its intensity, subtlety and
constancy.

Dosage : 45 g/litre

TASTING NOTES

A flamboyant colour

 bright pink
 with intense coppery highlights

A delicious bouquet

 the intense fruitiness of ripe berries: wild strawberry, redcurrant and blackcurrant
 powerful notes of ripe yellow peach
 a delectable nuance of strawberry jam

A sensual palate combining richness and freshness

  the persistent intensity of ripe berries
 the sensuality of nutmeg and caramel
 the freshness of redcurrant

F O O D PA I R I N G

M O Ë T N E C TA R I M P É R I A L R O S É PA I R S P E R F E C T LY W I T H S W E E T, S W E E T
A N D S A LT Y, A N D S W E E T A N D S O U R F L AV O U R S :

- Foie gras marinated in red wine

- Desserts made with berries

G R A N D V I N TA G E
2008
SPRINGLIKE - LIVELY - BUFF

Every Grand Vintage is unique and original, the Cellar Master’s free, personal interpretation in
service of revealing the exceptional personality of singular vintage years.

Grand Vintage 2008 perfectly embodies the Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage spirit, a spirit founded
on three essential values:

 Freedom of interpretation
 Selection of the year’s most remarkable wines
 Individuality of the vintage

For champagnes distinguished by their maturity, complexity and charisma.

ASSEMBLAGE

Chardonnay: 40 %

Pinot Noir: 37 %

Meunier: 23 %

Dosage: 5 g/litre

TASTING NOTES

AN BRILLANT COLOUR:

 Bright pale yellow with glimmers of green. Fine, dynamic bead.

A SPRINGTIME BOUQUET:

 Initial floral notes of linden, honeysuckle and acacia with citrus nuances evocative of
bergamot and mandarin orange zest along with a dash of anise and green tomato.
Following are notes of just-ripe stone fruits—white peach, nectarine and Mirabelle plums.
 The bouquet is completed by gentle scents of pastry, brioche, frangipane, almonds and
vanilla with a slight hint of white pepper.
 A BOTH LIVELY AND BUFF PALATE:

 This vintage is vivacious and lively. The underlying acidity orients the linear, focused palate;
the tautness is enveloped and channelled by the texture of succulent notes of white fruits
which envelop and channel the freshness toward a vibrant, mouth-watering finish with a
lingering note of citrus fruit.

G R A N D V I N TA G E
ROSÉ 2008
DELICATE - FORTHRIGHT - PRECISE

Every Grand Vintage is unique and original, the cellar master’s personal, free interpretation in
service of the singular qualities of that year’s grapes.

Grand Vintage 2008 is the perfect embodiment of the Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage spirit, a
sprit founded on three essential values:

 Freedom of interpretation
 Selection of the year’s most remarkable wines
 Respect for individuality of each vintage

for finely aged champagnes which stand out for their maturity, complexity and charisma.

ASSEMBLAGE

Pinot Noir : 46 % (of which 20% red wine)

Chardonnay : 32%
Meunier : 22%

Dosage: 5 g/litre

Aging time in the cellars: 7 years

Aging period after disgorgement: 6 months minimum

G R A N D V I N TA G E
2004
GRACEFUL - ELEGANT - SLEEK

Every Grand Vintage is unique and original, the cellar master’s personal, free interpretation in
service of the singular qualities of that year’s grapes.

Grand Vintage 2004 perfectly embodies the three essential values of the Moët & Chandon Grand
Vintage spirit:

freedom of interpretation, selection of the year's most remarkable wines, respect for the
individuality of each vintage for finely aged champagnes which stand out for their maturity,
complexity and charisma.

ASSEMBLAGE
Chardonnay: 38 %

Pinot Noir: 33 %
Pinot Meunier: 29 %

Dosage: 5 g/litre
TASTING NOTES
AN ELEGANT COLOUR:
 a brilliant light yellow
 a fine, jewel-like bead
A REFINED, PURE, PRECISE BOUQUET:
 fruity notes of white peach, lemon, pineapple, green banana and pear
 floral, botanical scents of mock-orange, herbal tea and honeysuckle
 spicier, sweeter nuances of pepper, brown sugar, marzipan and candied melon
A GRACEFUL PALATE WITH A LIGHT AIRY STRUCTURE:
 straightforward yet complex, with a sleek, pure savour leading into a long, languorously rich
finish
 a light, lively, supple structure with mineral overtones
 bracing, refreshing notes of rhubarb and grapefruit with a touch of mint
F O O D PA I R I N G

G R A N D V I N TA G E 2 0 0 4 PA I R S P E R F E C T LY W I T H ;

- Fish, seafood and caviar

- Duck and white meat such as poultry
- Fresh green flavours like coriander or lemongrass
- The sweet-tart flavours of citrus fruit
- Bracing flavours like green tomato or lemon
- Almonds, hazel nuts, figs
- Risotto, pasta