Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015

Hey everyone, it’s been a whole week of The Fizzz and again, I’d just like to say thank you for reading and engaging!

Today we’re diving into yet another review. Brace yourselves, because this one might stir up some controversy. But before anyone reaches for the pitchforks, just remember that these are VERY personal and subjective opinions and at the end of the day champagne is like pizza, even when it’s bad it’s still kinda good.

So, without further ado, let’s talk about this bottle of Moët…

If I’m being completely honest, this bottle just didn’t surprise me. Moët & Chandon is arguably one of the biggest champagne houses producing some of the “best” vintages in the world and was typically most peoples first introduction to champagne (depending on how silver that spoon is) and much to my confusion I actually really used to enjoy Moët in my early 20’s, I found it refreshing and easy to drink…

And then I grew up.

And so did my taste buds evidently because this bottle was not enjoyable for me AT ALL. The bottle itself is gorgeous, well designed and quite chic. The box would look beautiful catching dust on your mantlepiece, I have to give it that! I’ve recently been quite puzzled by how anyone over the age of 25 could genuinely enjoy a bottle of Moët on an ordinary day. Still, I gave in to the trend and picked up this bottle, only to regret spending £80 (well, technically £78, but seriously…)

Before I launch into a critique, here are some stats:

• Price: £78.99 + Shipping
• Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Muenier, Pinor Noir
• Body: Full, rich-bodied

Aroma:

• Ripe fruit: You’ll likely detect aromas of peach, apricot, and pear. Slight mandarin or citrus hints can be picked up on too.
• Floral notes: Subtle hints of white flowers, giving it a delicate fragrance.

 Palate (Taste)

• Rich and round: The 2015 vintage has a fuller, richer mouthfeel than some other vintages. The flavours of ripe fruits—particularly yellow apple, peach, and pear—are prominent, giving the Champagne a broader profile.
• Lower acidity: One of the notable characteristics of this vintage is its relatively lower acidity compared to other Champagnes. This makes it less crisp, with more of a round and heavy feel… that I personally just could not enjoy.

Finish

• The finish can be described as medium with lingering notes of ripe fruit, gentle toastiness, and a soft, creamy texture. It is smooth but lacks the sharp, refreshing zing you would want in a champagne.

Overall Impression

Ripe and heavy. Two things I just cannot get behind in a champagne. If you described a bottle of merlot this way I would say that sounds fabulous, you want warm, ripe and a little heavy from a lovely bottle of red, but a champagne? Oh god!

The Moët Grand Vintage 2015 says it is more about elegance and softness than crispness and vibrancy, which I can understand to an extent. This vintage is well-suited for those who enjoy a fuller-bodied. “easy” champagne, but if you’re looking for freshness, complexity and something energetic from a bottle, YOU ARE LOOKING IN THE WRONG PLACE.

Seriously though, I would avoid this bottle if you don’t have money to spend being experimental. I’d even suggest the classic Moêt impérial brut over this and you can pocket the whopping £35 price difference on some new shoes or something!

Overall, I would rate this bottle a 4/10 and I’m being generous because I’m aware that this post is just an absolute rag on Moët at this point and I’m starting to feel kinda awful. I’ll be nicer in the next post guys, I promise.

Thanks for reading and If you try this bottle, please let me know your thoughts! All my love and light.

– E