Veuve Clicquot : La Grande Dame 2018

Characteristics and tasting advice for La Grande Dame 2018

Tasting

Color
Vivid and radiant, the color reveals a beautiful golden hue.

Nose
Intense aromas of citrus such as yellow lemon, lime and yuzu mingle with notes of white fruits, enhanced by spring floral nuances.

Palate
The palate seduces with its subtle and silky texture.

Food & wine pairings

This cuvée pairs with refined and delicate cuisine: gentle cooking, espumas, chiffonades, iodized products and touches of freshness like fresh cheeses, shoots, white flowers or citrus. Condiments combining land and sea, or a crunchy spelt celery risotto enhanced with a hen broth, compose both subtle and refined pairings.

Service

To fully appreciate the potential of this champagne, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 10 and 12°C.

Cellaring

Cellaring for about 15 years.

An elegant and structured vintage champagne

The estate

An essential reference among the great Champagne Houses, Veuve Clicquot has established itself since its foundation in 1772 thanks to the audacity of an exceptional woman: Madame Clicquot. At the end of the 18th century, she made history by becoming "the great lady of Champagne" and revolutionized wine making with the invention of the riddling table, guided by her motto: "Only one quality, the very first." Today globally recognized, the Veuve Clicquot House stands out with its bottles of assertive style, dressed in the iconic yellow label.

The vineyard

Owner of 390 hectares, the Veuve Clicquot House owns one of the largest vineyards in Champagne. This vineyard is also exceptional for its quality as it is spread over 12 of the 17 Grands Crus and 20 of the 44 Premiers Crus of the Champagne.

The wine

Launched in 1972 to celebrate the bicentenary of the house, "La Grande Dame" pays tribute to Madame Clicquot. Pioneer and visionary, Madame Clicquot was at the time nicknamed "The Great Lady of Champagne". This exceptional cuvée is rare and is characterized by its freshness, silky palate and elegance. Coming from vineyards located on 8 Grands Crus, La Grande Dame is a Brut champagne marked by the predominance of pinot noir in the blend, which gives it structure, power and depth.

Vinification and aging

A prestigious cuvée, this champagne benefits from extended aging in the centenary cellars of the House.

Blend

Pinot noir (90%)
Chardonnay (10%)