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Veuve Clicquot YELLOW Label Brut Champagne 750ml
This cuvée is the result of a blending of grapes from as many as 50 to 60 different crus, and, is composed of up to 45% reserve wines. The Pinot Noir predominance provides its strength, while Chardonnay provides its freshness and a touch of Meunier its fruitiness. The ageing on lees during a minimum of 3 years enhances its aromatic richness and silky texture.
92 Points James Suckling:
This has aromas of grapefruit, citrus peel, quince, toast and almonds. It’s medium-bodied with creamy, fine tannins. Silky texture. Nutty complexity at the end.
91 Points Decanter Magazine:
Noticeable fruit intensity and fresh notes of red fruits, fresh blueberries and a small amount of quince. Interesting and quite demanding. Blend : 55% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier, 30% Chardonnay
90 Points Wine Spectator:
A crisp and lacy Champagne, with a hint of smoke underscoring flavors of poached apricot, pastry cream and pickled ginger. An overtone of Mandarin orange peel ties it all together.
Winemaker Notes
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label is the signature champagne of the House. Dominated by Pinot Noir, it offers the perfect balance of structure and finesse. Golden-yellow in color, with a foaming necklace of tiny bubbles. It is pleasing to the nose; initially reminiscent of yellow and white fruits, then of vanilla and later brioche. Note the fine balance between the fruity aromas coming from the grape varieties and the toasty notes, the result of the three years of bottle aging. The first sip delivers all the freshness and strength so typical of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label with a symphony of fruit following (pear, lemon). It is a true member of the Brut family, well-structured, admirably vinous.
Wine Information:
Country: France
Region: Champagne
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Appellation: Champagnes
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Type: Sparkling
Size: 750ml