Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut is the signature Champagne of the Reims house founded in 1772, and one of the most recognisable bottles of sparkling wine in the world. The house owes much of its reputation to Madame Clicquot, the widow who took over the business in 1805 and is credited with pioneering the riddling table, a technique that helped produce clear Champagne. The famous yellow label arrived in 1877, introduced to distinguish the house's drier style from its sweeter wines. Today Yellow Label is built on a predominance of Pinot Noir, which gives the wine its hallmark structure, with Chardonnay adding elegance and finesse and a touch of Meunier rounding out the blend. Grapes are drawn from 50 to 60 different crus, and the blend can include up to 45% reserve wines from the house's extensive library, which keeps the style consistent from year to year. The wine then rests for at least 30 months in the chalk cellars beneath Reims. It pours golden yellow with a fine, persistent stream of bubbles, offering white and yellow fruit, citrus and brioche with a crisp, balanced finish. Serve well chilled in a tulip glass with seafood, sushi, fish tartare, poultry or soft cheeses, or simply as the toast at any celebration.
ABV / Proof
| ABV |
12% |
| Proof |
24 |
| Size |
750ml |
| Country |
France |
| Region |
Champagne (Reims) |
| Type |
Champagne, Brut, Non Vintage |
| Producer |
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin (Moët Hennessy) |
| Grapes |
Pinot Noir (about 50 to 55%), Chardonnay (about 28 to 33%), Meunier (about 15 to 20%) |
| Reserve Wines |
Up to 45% |
| Aging |
Minimum 30 months on the lees |
Tasting Notes
Color: Golden yellow with fine, persistent bubbles.
Nose: White and yellow fruits such as pear, apple and peach, with citrus notes and vanilla.
Palate: Fresh and well structured, with pear, lemon and mandarin over a brioche richness.
Finish: Crisp and balanced, with a light toasty note.
FAQ
What grapes are in Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label?
A Pinot Noir led blend with Chardonnay and Meunier, sourced from 50 to 60 crus.
What is the alcohol content?
It is 12% ABV.
Is Yellow Label a vintage Champagne?
No. It is non vintage, blended with up to 45% reserve wines for consistency.
How should I serve it?
Well chilled, around 46 to 50°F, in a tulip glass.
What food pairs well with it?
Seafood, sushi, fish tartare, poultry and soft cheeses.
Where can I buy Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
