Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2008

La Grande Dame is a tribute to Madame Clicquot and to the creative and elegant souls who have followed in her footsteps.

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A wine to reflect the image of La Grande Dame herself. Madame Clicquot used her determination, intuition and vision to choose and aquire exceptional Historical crus parcels with exceptional grapes.

Contains sulphites.

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Tasting Notes

To the eye, La Grande Dame 2008 presents a color with bright, golden glints.

The initial nose reveals a strong, aerial and delicate attack. Once opened, the wine has notes of dried fruits (almonds, figs, apricots), ripe white fruits (pears) and finishes on subtle toasted notes of hazelnut and praline. These pastry notes create a perfect balance with the freshness and clarity of the blend.

The attack in the mouth is strong and clean. La Grande Dame 2008 has a silky texture on young fruits, supported by citrus and notes of red fruits (cherry).

The Pinot Noir is extraordinarily distinguished by its freshness, minerality and power. La Grande Dame 2008 is a perfect balance of complexity, structure and power.

These characteristics unite to create an elegant balance of freshness and structure, highlighted by a perfect dosage (6 g/l) that resonates with the potential of this vintage.

APPEARANCE
· Shiny with golden highlights
· Shimmery, very thin bubbles

AROMAS
· Mineral and floral
· Fresh fruits
· Toasted notes

Contains sulphites.

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Structure
Pinot Noir
92%
Freshness
Chardonnay
8%
Dosage
Brut
6 G/L
 
 
 
Ratings and Reviews
97/100
“A beautifully assembled mix of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay”
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95/100
“Fresh and lasting, with hints of spice and smoke on the finish”
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95/100
“This is a sunny and delicious 2008, with brightness infusing the wine”
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