Bicentennial
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted pheasant, aged Comté cheese, pan-seared turbot with butter sauce
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted to celebrate the landmark 200th anniversary of Moët & Chandon, founded in 1743, the Bicentennial Cuvée (most famously represented by the legendary 1943 vintage) represents a monumental chapter in Champagne history. Produced during the height of World War II under incredibly challenging conditions, this historic bottling stands as a testament to the resilience of the region and the enduring legacy of the house. This exceptional Champagne was blended from the finest parcels of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier from Moët's extensive Grand and Premier Cru estate vineyards. It underwent extended cellar aging on its lees, developing extraordinary complexity, depth, and a refined, persistent effervescence that has allowed it to age gracefully over many decades.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1743 by Claude Moët, Moët & Chandon is one of the world's most iconic Champagne houses, headquartered along the prestigious Avenue de Champagne in Épernay, France. Now the flagship Champagne brand of the LVMH group, the maison oversees extensive premier and grand cru vineyard holdings across the Champagne region. Guided by centuries of blending mastery and state-of-the-art cellar craftsmanship, the house embodies a style characterized by bright fruitiness, an elegant palate, and refined maturity. Moët & Chandon is universally celebrated for its legendary non-vintage flagship, Moët Impérial, as well as its expressive Grand Vintage cuvées and innovative sparkling creations.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12-12.5%