Veuve Clicquot ′La Grande Dame′ 2012/15 Champagne

Veuve Clicquot is one of the most popular Champagne brands in the world, and its success is largely down to one woman: Barbe-Nicole Clicquot-Ponsardin. Madame Clicquot’s innovative thinking saw her invent winemaking techniques that are still used in Champagne today. So it’s no wonder her influence earned her the title of ‘La Grande Dame de la Champagne’. This Pinot Noir-dominant cuvée was created in 1972 to honour the ‘Great Lady’ – and to also celebrate the bicentenary of the house. Madame Clicquot believed that Pinot Noir had the broadest range of expression and potential to create the best Champagnes. Veuve’s current cellar master, Didier Mariotti, wholeheartedly agrees and the grape now accounts for up to 90 percent of the blend. He sums up this prestigious wine as ‘structured and textured’. With such exquisite flavour and complexity, we’re certain you’ll find popping its cork a memorable event. Expect fine bubbles that are delicately creamy, with lively notes of ripe lemon, rye bread and a hint of smokiness. Its incredibly fresh, making every sip mouthwatering. Italian artist and ceramicist Paola Paronetto is behind the label and packaging design of the 2015 vintage. Her love of colour is reflected in the vast array of eye-catching cases. (Please note that specific coloured cases cannot be requested).