Is Veuve Clicquot yellow or orange?

Learn about Veuve Clicquot, the history of the brand, its innovative winemaking techniques, and its signature Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne. 

History of Veuve Clicquot

Veuve Clicquot, now one of the largest Champagne Houses, was founded in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot under the label "Clicquot". After establishing the brand throughout Europe, Russia and the United States, Philippe was joined by his son, François Clicquot, at the head of the House in 1798. Seven years later, following his untimely death, François’ young widow, Barbe Ponsardin, took over the family business at just 27 years old. The House would subsequently be renamed in her honor: ‘Veuve Clicquot’ means ‘The Widow Clicquot.’

Innovating Champagne Production

Over the course of her lifetime, Madame Clicquot (Barbe Ponsardin), developed three of the most important innovations in Champagne that are still practiced today. First, in 1810 Veuve Clicquot produced the first vintage wine in Champagne, which otherwise produced non-vintage blends. Second, in 1816 Madame Clicquot invented the riddling table to clarify Veuve Clicquot champagne, and by doing so, she improved both the quality and finesse of the wines. Riddling is now fundamental to ‘La Methode Traditionelle’ (the traditional Champagne production method) and is emulated around the world. Finally, in 1818 Madame Clicquot created the first rose champagne made through ‘assemblage’, a method where white wines are blended with red wines.

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut

The distinctive, 90+ rated, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut has been in production since 1877. It is distinguished by the dominance of Pinot Noir in its blend, which gives strength, complexity and elegance to the champagne.

Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame

The name La Grande Dame has been inspired by Madame Clicquot's nickname: La Grande Dame de la Champagne. 1972, the year Veuve Clicquot launched its first prestige cuvée to celebrate the bicentenary of the House. La Grande Dame respects Madame Clicquot's vision of Pinot Noir, which is about 90% since 2008, using mostly historical Grands Crus from their terroir.

Known the world over for its superior quality, Veuve Clicquot imported French Champagne brings smiles of gratitude to all its recipients.

Veuve Clicquot is a craftsman who is exclusively devoted to the elaboration of Champagne. The Clicquot brand only signs wines which are completely elaborated by the cellarmaster, Jacques P‚ters. The Clicquot brand has never and will never appear on wines which are produced in other parts of the world, unless they are counterfeits, which the House vigorously fight! Veuve Clicquot is today present in more than 120 countries and has a strong international network.

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut
Champagne

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut is Veuve Clicquot's house style champange. This award winning champagne is consistent year to year and enjoyable. Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut ratings, tasting notes, and details are available. It is produced in significant quantities to make it readily available in most markets.

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label BrutTypeCategory:BasicPrestige Cuvée:NoRatings (on a scale of 100)

Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale gold with medium fine bubbles.
Aroma/bouquet: Grapefruit, apple, orange peel, light biscuity notes with whiffs of licorice.
Palate: White peach, lemon, apple, hints of mineral and smoke.
Additional comments: Consistent and enjoyable.
When to drink: Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne is ready to drink now through 2018.

Yellow Label Brut Details
Is Veuve Clicquot yellow or orange?

Label: Veuve Clicquot Brut
House/Winery: Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
Wine Category: Sparkling Wine
Region & Country: Champagne, France
Type (Style): Non-vintage
Sweetness Level: Brut
Dosage: 9 to 11 grams per liter
Prestige cuvée: No
House Style: Yes (style de maison)
Vineyards: NA
Grapes: 50 - 55% Pinot Noir, 28 - 33% Chardonnay, 15 - 20% Pinot Meunier.
Alcohol: 12%

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Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut
Production
Veuve Clicquot uses the méthode champenoise for their champagne production. The Yellow Label Brut is composed of 50 - 55% Pinot Noir, 28 - 33% Chardonnay and 15 - 20% Pinot Meunier. Grapes are sourced from 50 to 60 or more different crus. Between 25% and 40% of the blend is from reserve wines (some more than 20 years old) to ensure consistency from year to year. The champagne is aged an average of 30 months with a dosage of 9 to 11 grams per liter.

Decanter World Wine Awards2011BronzeInternational Wine Challenge2011BronzeDecanter World Wine Awards2010SilverInternational Wine & Spirit Competition2010SilverInternational Wine Challenge2010SilverLe Guide Hachette des Vins20101 StarSan Francisco International Wine Competition2010Silver

Recent Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne Labels

Non-Vintage Brut

Vintage Brut

More On Veuve Clicquot

Official Website
The official website is http://www.veuve-clicquot.com.

Is Veuve Clicquot yellow?

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label is one of the most popular and recognisable Champagnes throughout the world. With its distinctive yellow label, Veuve Clicquot is the enduring homage to the great Madame Barbe-Nicole Clicquot.

What color is the Veuve Clicquot label?

Thus the famous yellow-colored label of Veuve Clicquot was first launched in 1877, delineating a drier champagne, and forming the foundations of what would become today's famed Yellow Label.

What champagne has orange label?

VEUVE CLICQUOT "ORANGE LABEL" BRUT.

What type of champagne is Veuve Clicquot?

Veuve Clicquot was one of the first producers of rosé Champagne. Ruinart had already produced a rosé Champagne by tinting Champagne with elderberry juice, but Veuve Clicquot was the first to produce rosé Champagne by adding still red wine to its sparkling.