V Clicquot Vintage Brut (Gift Box) 2015

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
V Clicquot
Label Name:
 
Vintage Brut (Gift Box)
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir (50%), Chardonnay (30%), Pinot Meunier (20%)
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
ageing potential 15+ years. Widely praised for tension, minerality and structure; generally favourable professional reviews and retailer scores reported

Tasting Note
Bright citrus (orange, grapefruit) opens to brioche, toasted almond, praline and dried stone fruit; mineral, vertical palate with fine mousse and long, toasty finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, smoked scallops, turbot tempura, lobster, seared scallops, roast chicken, veal, creamy cheeses. Asian: miso‑glazed cod, sushi/sashimi, tempura, grilled yakitori, spicy Thai or Cajun-seasoned dishes.

Production Method
Traditional method (méthode champenoise); ~10% of the blend vinified/aged in large oak casks; extended lees ageing. Dosage: Brut (≈6 g/L).

Vineyard Info
Produced by Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin (founded 1772); famed for Madame Clicquot's innovations and large holdings in Grand & Premier Cru sites. Vintage 2015 declared as the House’s 67th vintage.