Champagne On The Rocks?

If you want elegant fun in the summer sun, Moet & Chandon Ice Impérial could be just what you are looking for.

During this year’s National Bank Open, we spent our time between matches lounging at the Moët & Chandon Terrace. Live music, friendly conversation, cozy seats, oysters, caviar, sophisticated vibe; what could be better? But the highlight was discovering Moët & Chandon’s champagne that is crafted specifically to be served over ice. If you are a connoisseur who talks about bubble structure and terroir and lauds the characteristics of Extra Brut, Ice Impérial may annoy you. But let me tell you, on a humid August evening–looking through Givenchy sunglasses at sun dappling through the foliage around the terrace, comfy in a wicker chair, locked in discussion with new friends–it’s hard to imagine a more perfect beverage.

And that’s the point. Ice Impérial was created for occasions like this. It’s designed to be delicious and refreshing on a hot summer day. There is a pleasant sweetness that distinguishes it from M&C’s Brut offerings and melds nicely with the ice. Tropical fruit comes to play on the palate, but the overall impression is still discerning and sophisticated. Sure, you can pour any sparkling wine over ice, but Moët & Chandon got it right when balancing the sweetness and flavours to be served exclusively on the rocks.

There is also the prestige that comes along with the name on the bottle, which undeniably adds to the experience. It’s a nice way to elevate a garden party, summer wedding, tropical vacation, spring après-ski or any other sun-soaked event. Of course, you pay a little more for the elegance, but Moët & Chandon is prestigious because the quality of the product is there.

So, call some friends, shuck some oysters, scoop some caviar, grab a bag of ice and a magnum of Ice Impérial, and let us know what you think.