Grande Dame Nude Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012
Grande Dame Nude Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012
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A prestige cuvée from the Veuve Clicquot house, La Grande Dame 2012 is a white Champagne AOP from Champagne, blending mainly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Sold without a gift box, this 75cl bottle is aimed at lovers of older vintages and rare cuvées.
Who produces Grande Dame without box Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012?
Veuve Clicquot is a Champagne house founded in 1772, whose reputation owes much to Madame Clicquot, the widow who ran the company in the 19th century and was at the origin of several technical advances, notably the use of the riddling rack. The Grande Dame cuvée, launched in tribute to this founder, constitutes the house's top range.
On what terroir is Grande Dame without box Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012 produced?
The Champagne AOP designation rests on chalky soils that retain moisture and release the heat stored during the day, a factor that contributes to the even ripening of the grapes in a rather cool northern climate. This combination of chalk and temperate continental climate is at the origin of the freshness and tension characteristic of the region's wines.
How is Grande Dame without box Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012 vinified and aged?
This 2012 cuvée combines predominantly Pinot Noir (92%) with a share of Chardonnay (8%), according to a typical blend for prestige cuvées where Pinot Noir brings structure and Chardonnay finesse. Like all champagnes, it is made using the traditional method, with a second fermentation in the bottle.
What is the tasting profile of Grande Dame without box Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012?
La Grande Dame 2012 stands out for its fine bubbles and aromas evoking ripe fruit and almond, traits associated with a vintage marked by generous sunshine. The aromatic profile reflects the sought-after balance between the power of Pinot Noir and the structure provided by Chardonnay.
At what temperature should Grande Dame without box Veuve Clicquot Champagne AOP 2012 be served?
A champagne of this profile is generally served between 8 and 10°C, in a flute or tulip glass allowing you to appreciate the finesse of the bubbles. Prestige vintage cuvées from Champagne, due to their structure, are generally suited to prolonged aging after their release.