2018 Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin La Grande Dame Brut, Champagne, France (750ml)

GIFT BOX SHIPPED UPON REQUEST ONLY! PLEASE BE AWARE, WE DO NOT ALWAYS RECEIVE GIFT BOXES WITH THESE BOTTLES WINEMAKER'S NOTES: Experience the purest expression of Pinot Noir with La Grande Dame 2018. This year, Veuve Clicquot unveils the 2018 vintage of La Grande Dame, a celebration of Madame Clicquot's unique vision, drive and audacity. Now, in this 25th vintage of the cuvée, discover the expression of a centuries-old craftsmanship and an unprecedented year, offering a maturity of grapes close to perfection. From a harvest when the sun was truly smiling. Did You Know? The name La Grande Dame was inspired by Madame Clicquot's nickname: "La Grande Dame de la Champagne." TASTING NOTES: The 2018 La Grande Dame is a very pretty wine that shows the contemporary style that is prevalent here these days. Floral overtones lift a core of citrus fruit, while marzipan, anise, mint, dried pear and spice open with a bit of coaxing. The 2018 is a delicate Grand Dame, as most Champagnes are in a vinta