How To Drink Moet & Chandon
Established in 1743, Moet & Chandon is the biggest name in luxury champagne. This is due largely to Maison’s rich history of skillful winemaking processes, and apt marketing strategy. Today, the Champagne house is the largest in the world, making about 30 million bottles each year.
From their most iconic Champagne Moet Impérial to others such as Rosé Impérial, Rosé Ice Impérial, Ice Impérial, and the Grand Vintage Champagnes, Moet & Chandon champagnes are renowned for having “a bright fruitiness, a seductive palate and an elegant maturity that are the result of the slow, gradual progression from vine to cellar.” They’re just the perfect wine for celebrations and widely revered as “celebrity favourites”.
But, what are the best ways to drink your luxurious Moet & Chandon champagnes? Read on to find out if you’ve been doing it wrong all along!
What is the best way to serve Moet & Chandon champagnes?
The traditional method to serve your Moet & Chandon champagne is by using champagne coupes. These coupes are not only glamorous, they are also the best way to visualize the champagne’s fine bubbles. However, coupes with larger surface areas may cause the champagne to warm up too rapidly and lose its bubbles too soon.
Therefore, for the best champagne servings, consider using ‘tulip glasses’ as Moet & Chandon recommend. Tulip glasses have wider-style flutes which slow down the loss of CO2 gases and help to give intensity to the champagne by enhancing its aroma.
What is the recommended temperature to serve Moet & Chandon champagnes?
Moët & Chandon’s recommended temperature for serving their champagnes is 8°-9°C (46°-48°F). To achieve this, fill up an ice bucket with one-third water and add ice cubes to the top. Let the bottle chill in the ice for a minimum of 15 minutes, and then serve.
Is it okay to add ice to Moet & Chandon champagnes?
No! Most champagnes don’t do well with ice. when you dilute the champagnes and it ruins their flavour. However, Moet & Chandon created Moet Ice imperial specifically as a bottle of champagne to be enjoyed on the rocks.
What are the best foods to pair with Moet & Chandon champagnes?
You can enjoy your champagnes with traditional dishes such as sushi, scallops, oysters, white fish, white meats, and white fruits (such as a white peach tart served with a light, white chocolate cream). You can also enjoy your Moet & Chandon champagnes with other foods such as fried chicken, hot dogs, and fries.
What is the ideal serve for champagnes?
When pouring champagnes, it’s best to fill your glass between one-third to two-thirds full. This amount is not only enough to enjoy, it also reduces the chance of spillage and reduces the likelihood of the champagne warming up too soon.
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