Throw in any huge celebration or special occasion, and champagne is one of the must-haves on its menu. Apart from that, a nice bottle of champagne also presents itself as the best gift given be it for any occasion. With a wide array of good champagne brands in the market, how do you choose the right one?
Pop the champagne with our selection of the finest ones you can find in Malaysia.
Top 8 Champagnes in Malaysia 2024
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Why it’s our top pick?
The mimic definition of the House’s signature style; Mumm Grand Cordon is concocted from the Pinot Noir grape selection from the Champagne region of France. This brut champagne is sourced from more than 100 different crus, and it has a good age of 20 months in the Maison’s cellars. What you’ll get is a rich champagne that balances the foundation of Pinot Noir with the classiness and minerality of Chardonnay and fruitiness of Meunier.
Overview
Selectively chosen from 300 Pinot Noir, both Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier complete as the base wines. The bold bubbles dazzle the stream of brilliant, gold hues of this champagne. Just a whiff of this champagne will transport you to a lush aroma of ripe peach, apricot and pineapple, topped with subtle notes of vanilla and caramel, yeast, dried fruit and honey.
Details
- Rich in streams of fine, persistent bubbles
- Contains hints of vanilla and pastry, dried fruits, yeast and honey
Who is this for?
A sip of Mumm Grand Cordon will leave this lingering intense, complex flavours of fresh fruit and caramel for a lasting impression. Moreover, Mumm Grand Cordon’s champagne bottle is made of 75% recycled glass so that you can enjoy your bubbles responsibly without leaving trash behind.
Overview
Radiant in blistering yellow hues, this bubbly has a balanced combination of fruity aromas stemming from grapes and toasty aromas from its ageing in the bottle.
With the prevalence of Pinot Noir, it sets the base whilst some Chardonnay adds class and subtlety essential to give the wine a perfect balance. Last but not least, a subtle dose of Pinot Meunier equalises the blend.
Details
- Starts with subtle notes of white fruits and raisins and ends with vanilla and brioche
- 50 to 55% Pinot Noir
- 15 to 20% Pinot Meunier
- 28 to 33% Chardonnay
Who is this for?
Thinking of sipping into more fruity notes? This champagne offers a balanced mix between fruits and spice notes. You’d be impressed to know that this “dry” champagne is toasted at celebrations big and small, ever since it was branded in 1877!
Overview
This sparkling wine is produced from Prosecco grapes that are grown in the hills of Treviso, Italy. Although it’s made the extra dry way, it’s still rich in lingering bubbles that form a lush and lively foam in the flute. Moreover, its bouquet is intensely fruity and its wine tastes fresh and balanced on your tongue.
Details
- Velvet smooth texture
- Intensely fruity
- Beautifully-balanced
Who is this for?
Most tasters complimented this wine has tree fruit notes. It forms a holistic and mouthful luxury on the palate. As it’s dry, you can feel its light-medium body with flavours of sourdough and biscuit with apple and pear preserved within.
Overview
Ayala presents a champagne that’s made mainly from Chardonnay and is crafted with a small part of Pinot Noir blended from the best vineyards of Montagne de Reims, France.
This French bubbly has a translucent and delicate pink hue. It opens with the aromas of red berries (strawberries and raspberries) and vine peaches. It’s a light yet expressive indulgence and has mastered extreme freshness thanks to its high proportion of chardonnay in the blend.
Details
- Notes of red gooseberries and raspberries.
- The blend is made up of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 10% Miller
Who is this for?
If you’re looking for a sweeter note, Rose Majeur offers a sweet treat with a mild dosage. Its nose is charming and open, complete with notes of small red fruits. A sip of this bubbly will feel airy and expressive in your mouth with a fresh, luxurious, and smooth aftertaste.
Overview
This 42nd vintage rosé champagne by Moët & Chandon completes its fine luxury with red berry flavours, balanced with floral and botanical tones. The Grand Vintage Rosé 2009 is both playful and fruity with apparent maturity that’s supported by a sophisticated and smooth finish. Moreover, its stunning colour is a deep rose with hints of topaz.
Details
- Blend of 59% Pinot Noir, 11% Meunier, and 30% Chardonnay
- Dazzling coral reflections in colour
Who is this for?
Soft at first, this champagne will transition to its crispier side that stems from its red berry flavours. It’s also complete with its toasty touches and subtle notes of its maturity. With all these qualities combined, you get a nice wine that feels ripe and ready to drink.
Overview
Moet & Chandon’s Ice Impérial is regarded to be the first and only champagne that’s specially curated to be enjoyed over ice. Its profile combines fun, fresh and free sensations whilst staying true to its fruity, seductive, and matured accents of Moët & Chandon.
One can enjoy the intensity, fruity bouquet’s powerful aroma of tropical fruits (mango and guava). That’s further complemented by its nectarine ingredient which gives off a sweetness that’s balances with the original note of raspberry.
Details
- Comes with deep gold colour with amber highlights
- Offers an intense, fruity bouquet
Who is this for?
This one has a dominant blend contains 40-50% of Pinot Noir which offers its intense fruitiness. The generous palate of this champagne combines both roundness and freshness. One will also like the broad and voluptuous flavour hints that of a fresh fruit salad.
Not to mention, its sweetness is that of caramel and quince jelly, balanced off by the acidity of grapefruit and ginger notes.
Overview
This champagne is described to be crisp, charming, and very chic. The ‘fashionista’ of sparkling champagne is made with a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that combines fresh fruit and citrusy notes. It serves bubbles up to a creamy foam and will treat your tongue to a clean and crisp finish.
Details
- Contains an alcohol level of 11%
- Has a tree fruit notes
- Has a golden hue colour
Who is this for?
This bargain-worthy champagne tastes pretty straightforward with a balanced tank-fermented fizz. Both its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir properties offer elements of toasted brioche and lemon curd.
Overview
Brut Majeur is the embodiment of a non-vintage brut, consisting a blend of Pinot Noir (40%), Chardonnay (40%), and Pinot Meunier (20%). The equal proportions of both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay bring vinosity and elegance to a pleasant blend. Meanwhile, the subtle dose of Pinot Meunier offers its fruitiness and liveliness.
To add, the champagne is pale gold with a fine mousse. All in all, this is a well-balanced option and shows great style and complexity on the palate.
Details
- Aromatic on the nose
- Completes with citrus notes
Who is this for?
The richness and long finish of this champagne are thanks to its Pinot Noir, whilst the Chardonnay that’s sourced from the finest soils of C̫ote des Blancs adds delicacy, liveliness, and freshness.
Many tasters commented that despite its heavy price tag, this champagne offers impressive concentration and complexity. One will be delighted by the tastes of the sweet orchard and citrus fruits that offer both a soft and spicy finish.
FAQ:
- How To Serve and Store Champagne?
Here are some tips to be mindful of before you serve Champagne. After all, you’d want to enjoy them at their finest as their price tag is pretty steep.
- A bottle of champagne should be kept around 10°C-13°C and in an upright or horizontal position.
- It’s suggested to not refrigerate champagnes for more than a few months as the air inside the fridge is considered to be too dry.
- When serving champagne, it needs to be served chilled. The optimum serving temperature is between 8°C-10°C. This can be done by either chilling in the fridge for 3 hours before serving or, in a champagne bucket with a mix of both ice and water for 30 minutes.