V Clicquot Yellow Label Brut (w/o Gift Box)

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
V Clicquot
Label Name:
 
Yellow Label Brut (w/o Gift Box)
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne (Reims)
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir (dominant) 50-55%, Chardonnay 28-33%, Pinot Meunier 15-20%
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
High scores from major critics: Tasting Panel ~93, James Suckling ~92, Decanter ~91, Wine Spectator ~90, Wine Enthusiast ~90; widely awarded and consistently highly rated

Tasting Note
Golden-yellow with fine, persistent mousse. Citrus, green apple and brioche on the nose; pear, lemon zest, toasted almond and light honey on the palate. Bright acidity, creamy texture and a long, toasty finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters, caviar, smoked salmon, lobster, roast chicken, creamy pasta, triple-cream cheeses; Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, dim sum, light Thai or Vietnamese seafood dishes.

Production Method
Non-vintage blend assembled from multiple crus; méthode traditionnelle with 30–45% reserve wines, aged on the lees (typically ≥30 months), disgorged and finished at Brut dosage (approx. 9–11 g/L).

Vineyard Info
House of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin (Reims), founded 1772. Madame Clicquot led the house from 1805, pioneering riddling and establishing the brand’s global reputation.