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Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Brut 2015 - The Legacy of Madame Clicquot

Presentation of the Cuvée and its Tribute

La Grande Dame is the prestige cuvée of Maison Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, a vibrant tribute to its founder, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin, known as "The Grande Dame of Champagne." This cuvée embodies the House's bold and exacting style, crafted exclusively from eight historic Grands Crus of the Clicquot vineyard. It is designed for aging and to reflect the elegance of its inspiration.

The 2015 Vintage: Generosity and Balance

The 2015 vintage was marked by a mild winter, followed by a scorching summer, one of the hottest of the decade. Fortunately, the mid-August rains restored perfect moisture balance before the harvest. The harvested grapes were exceptionally ripe, yielding rich and powerful wines. La Grande Dame 2015 benefits from this abundant sunshine while retaining the freshness necessary for its long aging.

Blend and Style: The Triumph of Pinot Noir

La Grande Dame is one of the few prestige Champagne cuvées dominated by Pinot Noir (over 90% for the 2015 vintage), complemented by a touch of Chardonnay. This choice highlights the power and structure of Pinot Noir grapes from Grand Cru vineyards (Verzenay, Bouzy, Ambonnay), while preserving the finesse and elegance characteristic of the House. It is a wine that requires time to open up and rewards patience.

Tasting Notes for La Grande Dame 2015

The newly released La Grande Dame 2015 promises a significant evolution:

• Appearance: Light golden yellow, luminous, with very fine bubbles.
• Nose: Complex and refined, it opens with aromas of ripe fruit (pear, peach), white flowers (acacia), and evolves towards warmer notes of hazelnut, brioche and vanilla.
• Palate: A bold and generous attack. The wine is full and structured by the Pinot Noir. The balance is perfect between the richness of the ripe fruit and the chalky tension of the finish. Remarkable length and a silky texture.

Bottle condition and availability

The bottle of Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2015 is in perfect condition. This includes the fill level, color clarity, label condition, and capsule integrity, guaranteeing that the wine is safe from any alteration.

Food & Wine Pairings and Serving Suggestions

Serve between 10 and 12°C. Its structure and richness make it an ideal wine for the table.

• Prime fish, grilled or cooked on a griddle.
• Roasted poultry or poultry in white sauce (Capons).
• Vegetable or truffle risotto.
• Soft cheeses.