Ratings
DE 94 · B&D 93 · TCG 92 · EA 92 · WS 91 · JS 91
Identity
| Producer | Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 50% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Meunier |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Intense gold |
| Aroma | Lemony richness, struck match, lemon vanilla, grapefruit, pomegranates, biscuits, brioche, and complexing pastry tones. |
| Palate | Honeyed and sleek with a medium body, supple bubbles, peachy fruit profile, red fruit presence, and a spicy nuance. |
| Finish | Soft and creamy finish with a toffee apple allure, chalky coolness, and a savoury nutty finish. |
| Food Pairing | Radish and shrimp salad, vegetable wok, grilled meat burger with caramelized onions and cheddar. |
| Aging Potential | Drink now |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 10.00 |
| Aging Process | Oak vats |
| Fermentation | Traditional method (método tradicional), without malolactic fermentation. |
Terroir
| Manual |
Interesting facts
| First vintage champagne in 1810 |
Logistics
| Cork | Cork |