Among distinctive cuvées, the Veuve Clicquot Extra Brut Extra Old stands as a manifesto of contemporary elegance. Produced exclusively from reserve wines drawn from carefully selected vintages, some dating back to 1988, it concentrates the house's memory into an aromatic expression of great purity. Blended from 20 crus of Champagne and then long aged on lees in chalk cellars, it marries the precision of a minimal dosage with the nobility of maturity. The golden robe with luminous highlights announces a ballet of fine bubbles, while the nose, complex and nuanced, evokes the French art of living, between subtle indulgence and mineral tension. On the palate, a smooth and disciplined texture, edged with finely chiselled freshness, unfolds into a delicate persistence. A style of remarkable poise, already widely acclaimed and rated 94/100 by Guide Richard Juhlin.

Assemblage et vinification

This Extra Brut cuvée owes its structure to a refined blend, sustained by the backbone of Pinot Noir (45%), the grace of Chardonnay (27%) and the fruity drive of Meunier (28%). The mosaic of 20 crus comes from Champagne's key terroirs, from the Montagne de Reims to the Côte des Blancs, the Vallée de la Marne to the Côte des Bars, including the Massif de Saint-Thierry. Made exclusively from reserve wines, the blend is patiently matured according to the traditional Champenoise method, with a minimum of 36 months on the lees in chalk cellars, which brings complexity, bubble finesse and savoury depth. The dosage of 3 g/L highlights the purity of the fruit and the natural minerality of the selected crus, while preserving the caressing texture that marks great gastronomic champagnes.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Luminous golden yellow, reflecting the maturity of the reserve wines. The effervescence, of extreme finesse, weaves a persistent, even bead, promising a precise and silky palate.
• Nose : A complex palette of vibrant citrus and ripe fruits, lifted by notes of brioche, pastry cream and fine butter. Floral touches evoking frangipani and lily-of-the-valley mingle with delicate spices and a clear mineral imprint, for a bouquet that is both refined and generous.
• Palate : Creamy attack followed by a surge of freshness, supported by a straight structure and vibrant minerality. Remarkable balance between aromatic intensity, precision of dosage and saline length, with a persistent, gently spiced finish.

Température de service et conseils

Serve this cuvée well chilled, in tulip-shaped glasses to enhance the finesse of its mousse and the breadth of its bouquet. Allow it to open for a few minutes so the complexity of the reserve wines can fully express itself. Store the bottle quietly, away from light, to preserve its freshness and the precision of its aromas. This champagne has a cellaring potential beyond 10 years, gaining harmony and depth over time.

Accords mets et vin

• Aperitifs : caviar, fine oysters, parmesan sablé tartlets, light cod accras.
• Starters : scallop carpaccio, sea bream sashimi, just-warmed lobster, pan-seared foie gras with citrus.
• Main courses : truffled free-range poultry, roasted turbot, mushroom risotto, rosé veal with reduced jus.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, 24-month Parmesan, truffled Brie de Meaux, raw milk tomme.
• Desserts : thin citrus tart, lemon-vanilla shortbread, lightly sweetened praline-hazelnut entremets.

Moments de dégustation

The Veuve Clicquot Extra Brut Extra Old pairs brilliantly with moments where taste becomes style and simplicity becomes art.

• To celebrate a rare occasion with a contemporary, luminous signature.
• During a gourmet dinner, matched with noble textures and precise flavours.
• As a connoisseur's gift, for an enthusiast sensitive to great reserve blends.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Veuve Clicquot, Extra Brut Extra Old
• Appellation : Champagne AOP
• Type : Extra Brut, blend of multi-cru reserve wines
• Assemblage de crus : 20 crus, Montagne de Reims, Côte des Bars, Côte des Blancs, Vallée de la Marne, Massif de Saint-Thierry
• Grape varieties : Pinot Noir 45%, Chardonnay 27%, Meunier 28%
• Dosage : 3 g/L
• Aged on lees : minimum 36 months in chalk cellars
• Winemaking method : traditional Champenoise method
• Cellaring : over 10 years
• Award : 94/100 by Guide Richard Juhlin