V Clicquot Yellow Label Brut (puffy Jacket)

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
V Clicquot
Label Name:
 
Yellow Label Brut (puffy Jacket)
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 90; James Suckling 92; Decanter 91; Bettane & Desseauve 94; regular medals at international competitions

Tasting Note
Bright citrus and green apple with pear and stone-fruit notes, toasted brioche, almond and light honey; fine persistent mousse, mineral core and a creamy, medium-length finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, caviar, smoked salmon, fried chicken, roasted poultry, creamy cheeses. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, dim sum, spicy Thai or Sichuan dishes, Chinese roasted duck.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (traditional method); non-vintage cuvée blended from 50–60 crus with up to ~45% reserve wines; aged a minimum three years on lees; dosage ~9 g/L.

Vineyard Info
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, founded 1772; iconic Champagne house. Yellow Label is the flagship NV cuvée, Pinot Noir–led and designed for consistent power and finesse.