The current release of Taittinger’s non-vintage Brut 'la Française' is made up of 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, and 25% Pinot Meunier. A friendly nose of green apple, lemon, and lightly toasted bread is followed by a full-weight palate, with elegant bubbles. An off-dry Champagne with many classic notes of the rarified wines in this category. Worth the splurge.