The company was founded in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot and has since specialised in the production of champagne, with a focus on the Pinot Noir grape variety. Following the death of her husband, Francois Clicquot, just two years after their marriage, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin took over the running of the company in 1810. In 1986, Veuve Clicquot merged with Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy. Jacques Peters is currently the company’s chief winemaker. Veuve Clicquot’s motto, both then and now, is: ‘Only one quality – the best’.

This cuvée consists of 50–55% Pinot Noir, 28–33% Chardonnay and 15–20% Meunier. The dominant grape variety gives this champagne power and structure, whilst the Chardonnay lends it elegance, freshness and delicacy. The touch of Meunier enhances the wonderful fruity nuances.

Depending on the vintage, the reserve wines account for 30 to 45 per cent of the blend. These come from up to six different harvests and are stored in separate vats by grape variety, by cru and by vintage.

This Yellow Label is aged for 12 months in wooden barrels, which gives the champagne its unique roundness. The champagne is bottled in bottles sealed with a natural cork and has an ageing potential of around 3 years.

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