Moët & Chandon’s Brut Impérial house cuvée dates back to the 19th century and represents the signature style of the Maison. The blend is drawn from more than 100 individual base wines, with 20–30 % reserve stocks used to ensure consistency, depth, and ageing potential.
Though non-vintage (NV), the style is designed for freshness and approachability while retaining nuance and complexity.
Appearance & Presentation
This limited edition features a deep midnight-blue bottle with a gleaming finish. Pharrell’s signature appears as a line of pearl-like dots, giving it an art-object feel. The gift box and seal echo the same design motifs, making it ideal for gifting or display.
Tasting Notes
Nose / Aromas
Expect luminous aromas of fresh orchard fruits green apple, pear, yellow peach mingled with citrus zest and white flowers (lime blossom). Beneath the fruit lies brioche, fresh nuts (hazelnut/almond), and a gentle honeyed nuance.
Palate / Mouthfeel
On the palate it shows a seductive balance: generous yet refined, full yet lively. The texture is smooth and creamy, with fine bead of bubbles, enlivened by crisp minerality. Fruit flavours carry through pear, citrus seeds, light stone fruit finishing with a subtly nutty, brioche echo and fresh citrus lift.
Balance & Character
This version combines the classic Moët Impérial signature bright fruit, lively acidity, elegant maturity with the visual boldness of the special edition. Its acid backbone gives it freshness and food compatibility, while the richness of reserve wine and lees ageing gives substance.
Accolades & Critic Reviews
While the limited-edition version has not yet gathered distinct awards (being newly released), critics already reference the base Brut Impérial as follows:
- Wine Spectator describes the Pharrell Impérial as “an elegant version, fine and creamy in texture… lively, orange-peel acidity … a streak of smoke-tinged minerality underscores flavours of almond madeleine, poached pear, anise and preserved lemon.
- James Suckling notes aromas of apricot, grapefruit, pear and touches of short crust pastry and walnut; medium-bodied, soft bubbles, with nutty and pie-crust notes at the finish.
The expression also benefits from the pedigree of Moët Impérial, which has in the past earned high scores (e.g. 91 from Wine Spectator, 92 by The Tasting Panel) for its consistency and appeal.
Over time, if cellared under proper conditions, the blend’s reserve component may allow further maturation and subtle development, though it is best appreciated young to show off its vibrancy.
Pairing Suggestions
This champagne pairs effortlessly with oysters, lobster thermidor, smoked salmon, soft cheeses like Brie, or delicate poultry. Its versatility also allows it as aperitif or for celebratory toasts.
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