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Veuve Clicquot brut NV
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The sun has been shining for 2 days and here I am thinking about Wimbledon 🎾, strawberries 🍓and Champagne🍾🥂
By far Veuve Clicquot is one of the most iconic and recognisable Champagne because of its distinctive yellow label. Almost everyone at some point or another had their lips on a Champagne flute or coupette full of Veuve Clicquot. This is one of the very few sparkling wine with both a reputation for quality as well as one as a “passe partout” gift when going to a party or someone’s house.
The brand is so ubiquitous, it is found everywhere. From small independent shops to the largest retailers. But is it worth the price and what about the taste?
Well, Veuve is a long-established Champagne house. It takes 50 to 60 different Crus (plots) to make the blend of the Yellow Label. Importantly 45% of the blend is made of reserve wine (wines kept in the cellar from previous years). This ensures quality and consistency to the wine. As for the blend of grapes, it’s the usual suspects: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and a touch of Pinot Meunier.
Golden-Yellow colour with fine bubbles. Notes of pear, peach, grapefruit and a slight buttery toastiness. On the palate the wine is fresh, structured and elegant with a lovely finish. Delicious!
But what about you? When did you last drink Veuve? Did you like it? | Posted on 08/May/2024 22:27:42
