F Luxury is delighted to announce that Taittinger champagne has partnered with its commemorative event. This collaboration reflects F Luxury’s commitment to offering its guests an experience of excellence, aligned with the tradition and sophistication that Taittinger represents in the world of champagne. A toast to the history, innovation, and elegance of this project, with the unmistakable signature of maison Taittinger.
Taittinger remains one of the few champagne houses still family-owned and actively managed by the descendants whose name appears on the label. Its history dates back to 1734, when Jacques Fourneaux founded the original house. However, the connection to the Taittinger family was only established in 1931, when Pierre Taittinger, founder of the current company, acquired the estate. During World War I, as a young cavalry officer, Pierre was stationed in the Champagne region and became fascinated by Château de la Marquetterie and its vineyards. This deep admiration later led him to acquire the house, laying the foundation for the Taittinger legacy. Today, the company, headquartered in Reims, is run by his great-grandchildren, Vitalie and Clovis.
Built above vast chalk cellars stretching for several kilometres, the house benefits from ideal conditions for ageing its sparkling wines. These cellars, dating back to the 4th century and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, originally belonged to the benedictine monks of the Abbey of St. Nicaise, providing the perfect environment for the slow maturation that defines a great champagne.
One of the most distinctive features of Taittinger Champagnes is the high proportion of Chardonnay in their blends. This grape variety makes up around 40% of the Brut Réserve Non-Vintage and reaches 100% in the prestigious Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs. The strong presence of Chardonnay gives the wines a style defined by elegance, delicacy, and finesse, characteristics that have been widely recognised and awarded over the years.
Present in more than 140 countries, Taittinger owns 288 hectares of vineyards, making it the third-largest Champagne producer. This extensive vineyard ownership not only allows the house to control quality at every stage, from vine to bottle, but also to adopt a sustainable approach, placing environmental preservation at the heart of its winemaking decisions.
