Bicentennial
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As an extremely rare, historic prestige bottling, it is fully mature and best enjoyed now from well-preserved cellar bottles, though top-tier vintages of this caliber can hold their peak for 30 to 50 years from their original release.
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Roasted pheasant, aged Comté cheese, pan-seared turbot with butter sauce
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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.
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Founded in 1743 by Claude Moët in Épernay, Moët & Chandon is one of the world's most iconic and historic Champagne houses, currently operating under the LVMH luxury group. Renowned for pioneering the global prestige of Champagne, the house manages extensive estate vineyards across the region's premier crus and grand crus. Their winemaking philosophy balances traditional blending expertise with state-of-the-art technology, crafting elegant, vibrant sparkling wines from Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay. Moët & Chandon is celebrated for its flagship Moët Impérial, as well as its prestigious Grand Vintage collections and innovative Ice Impérial.