Extra Brut Extra Old 2
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While magnificent upon release due to the extensive aging of its reserve components, this cuvée will continue to develop beautifully over the next 10 to 15 years.
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Pan-seared sea scallops, roasted veal with wild mushrooms, or aged Comté cheese.
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Veuve Clicquot's Extra Brut Extra Old 2 is a masterclass in the art of blending, a concept pioneered by the legendary Madame Clicquot herself in the 19th century. This unique multi-vintage cuvée is crafted exclusively from the house's prestigious collection of reserve wines, drawing from select historical years chosen for their complexity, structure, and freshness. The blend is dominated by Pinot Noir, providing the signature Clicquot strength and structure, complemented by elegant Chardonnay and fruit-forward Meunier. These reserve wines are aged for a minimum of three years in vats on their lees, followed by another three years of bottle aging post-disgorgement. With an exceptionally low dosage of 3 grams per liter, this Extra Brut expression reveals a pure, intense, and mineral-driven profile, combining the depth of maturity with vibrant energy.
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Founded in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot and famously steered to global renown by his visionary daughter-in-law Madame Clicquot from 1805, Veuve Clicquot is a historic Champagne house based in Reims, France. Celebrated for pioneering the riddling table in 1816 to clarify sparkling wine, the house maintains an uncompromising commitment to quality, drawing from exceptional Grand and Premier Cru vineyards. Their production philosophy centers on Pinot Noir dominance, which imparts structure and strength to their signature Yellow Label Brut, elegant Rosé expressions, and the prestigious cuvée La Grande Dame.