{"product_id":"moet-chandon-imperial-nv-1500ml","title":"Moët \u0026 Chandon Impérial NV 1.5L","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFounded in 1743 by Claude Moët in Épernay, Moët \u0026amp; Chandon has become one of Champagne’s most iconic houses and a major brand within LVMH. The Impérial range was established in the 1860s as the flagship non-vintage offering, embodying the House style of bright fruitiness and refined maturity. With over 1,190 ha of vineyards and production reaching millions of bottles annually, Impérial remains a benchmark for consistent, high-quality Champagne in large formats such as the 1.5 L Jeroboam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUnder Cellar Master Benoît Gouez and a tasting committee, the cuvée is assembled using more than 100 base and reserve wines. For the Jeroboam format, the same meticulous blending applies—pinpointing expressive fruit, creamy texture, and balance—while the larger bottle enhances mousse finesse and maturity during extended lees aging.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes are drawn from Grand and Premier Cru vineyards across Champagne’s Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir), Vallée de la Marne (Pinot Meunier), and Côte des Blancs (Chardonnay). The chalk-rich soils and cool maritime-influenced climate—with marked diurnal shifts—produce grapes with crisp acidity, minerality, and varietal purity, underpinning the wine’s consistent house style. ()\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEach parcel undergoes temperature-controlled stainless-steel fermentation, with approximately 5–10% of the blend aged in oak. The final cuvée is composed with 20–30% mature reserve wines before secondary in-bottle fermentation. It is then aged on lees for a minimum of 24 months, with dosage around 9–10 g\/L, achieving a harmonious balance of freshness and richness. ()\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Jeroboam pours a golden straw hue with green highlights, releasing vibrant aromas of green apple, citrus zest, white flowers, brioche, and fresh nuts. On the palate it is creamy yet crisp, offering white peach, pear, salted almond, citrus peel, and subtle toasted notes, followed by a precise, mineral-inflected finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eVersatile and elegant, it works beautifully as an aperitif and with shellfish (oysters, crab, lobster), sushi, grilled fish, poultry, creamy dishes, and soft cheeses. Its creamy texture and lively acidity make it a great match for fresh vegetables and lightly spiced fare.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eChill slowly to 8–10 °C and serve in large tulip- or white-wine glasses to capture aromatic complexity and preserve mousse. The Jeroboam format benefits from gentle pouring; no decanting is necessary, but a soft swirl enhances aromatic lift. ()\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhen cellared properly at 9–12 °C, 70–80% humidity, and away from light, the 1.5 L Impérial can age gracefully for 5–8 years. Over time it develops tertiary notes such as honey, brioche, nuts, and pastry, while retaining its structure and freshness.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePinot Noir: 30–40 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePinot Meunier: 30–40 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eChardonnay: 20–30 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIncludes 20–30 % reserve wines\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e12 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Spectator: 92 (2023)\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJames Suckling: 91 ()\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Enthusiast: 90\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MHD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922322243798,"sku":null,"price":835.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Moet_ChandonImperialNV1500ml.png?v=1773668399","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/moet-chandon-imperial-nv-1500ml","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}