A few weeks ago, we went to Reims to discover the Maison Veuve Clicquot. With the festive season just a few weeks away, we wanted to share the experience with you, thanks in part to this 360-degree video.
A Champagne House is judged first and foremost on the quality of its Brut non-millésimé. Indeed, it is in the composition of this wine that the art of Champagne blending takes on its full meaning. Carte Jaune Brut reflects our House’s vineyards and the continuity of its style. The dominance of Pinot Noir ensures the structure typical of the House’s wines, while a light touch of Meunier completes the roundness. Chardonnay adds the elegance and finesse required for perfect balance.
The blend
A blend of some fifty to sixty different crus, the traditional structure of the Cuvée Brut Carte Jaune is as follows: 50-55% Pinot Noir, 15-20% Meunier, 28-33% Chardonnay.
The blend includes a particularly high percentage of reserve wines from several harvests (five to six on average): 25-35%, sometimes up to 40% to ensure the continuity of the House style. These reserve wines, the oldest of which are up to nine years old, are kept individually, respecting the origin of the vintages and years.
Tasting
Very beautiful color, golden yellow highlights, abundant fine mousse….
Powerful, pleasant nose, initially fruity (white fruit, dried fruit), then vanilla and brioche. An ideal compromise between varietal aromas (fruit) and bottle-aged aromas (pastries).
On the palate, the attack is frank and dynamic, then gives way to a fruity harmony. The wine has a certain structure, which places it in the family of structured, vinous Bruts. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, with both fruity and spicy notes. This wine offers an optimal balance between finesse and power, making it a remarkable aperitif wine or a privileged companion for an all-Champagne meal.
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