Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Grande Dame Vintage
Ref. 0210
La Grande Dame was first released in 1977 to commemorate the company's bicentenary. The fruit is sourced from eight vineyards; it is 60-65% Pinot noir from Verzenay, Verzy and Ambonnay on the Montagne de Reims and Ay in the Grande Vallée de la Marne, the balance being Chardonnay from Avize, Le Mesnil sur Oger and Oger on the Côte des Blancs. A full, powerful, nutty nose. Lovely palate, nuts and cream with an orange peel edge. Very firm, tight palate with a still powerful mousse. Vibrant acidity. Incredible length - it goes on and on.
- Colour: Sparkling
- Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Vintage: 1998
- Alcohol: 12.5%
- Other info: 382 hectares of vineyards are exploited by Clicquot, which although widely distributed are predominantly in the Grande Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs, including plots in twelve grand cru sites. This is a considerable estate, but such is the Champagne business that it provides only a quarter of Clicquot's needs, the rest being purchased from growers who are under long-term contract. Much of the fruit harvested will of course be destined for the 'Yellow Label' Brut Non-Vintage, the most recognisable wine in the portfolio with its distinctive orange label.
- Winery website: www.veuve-clicquot.com
- Press: Silver Medal Winner International Wine Challenge 2009, Silver Medal Best in Class International Wine & Spirit Competition 2009
£109.00
or £103.55 when purchasing any 12 mixed bottles.