Extra Brut Extra Old 3
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2033
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pan-seared sea scallops, aged Comte cheese, and roasted pheasant or guinea fowl.
✨ Technical Specifications
Veuve Clicquot's Extra Brut Extra Old 3 represents the pinnacle of the house's blending expertise, a concept deeply rooted in the legacy of Madame Clicquot, who revolutionized Champagne production in the 19th century. This unique cuvee is crafted entirely from the house's prestigious collection of reserve wines, drawing from select vintages chosen for their complexity and structure. Dominated by Pinot Noir for strength and structure, complemented by Chardonnay for elegance and Meunier for roundness, the wines are aged on their lees for several years before receiving a minimal dosage of just 3 grams per liter. This low dosage allows the intense depth, mineral tension, and toasted brioche notes of the historic reserve wines to shine through with absolute purity.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot in Reims, Veuve Clicquot rose to global prominence under the visionary leadership of Madame Clicquot, the legendary Grande Dame of Champagne who took control of the house in 1805. Renowned for transformative innovations including the creation of the riddling table and the development of the first blended rosé Champagne, the Maison has shaped modern sparkling winemaking history. Anchored in premier terroirs across Champagne, the estate champions a Pinot Noir-dominant philosophy that delivers structural power, richness, and enduring freshness. Today, part of the LVMH group, the house is celebrated globally for its iconic Yellow Label Brut as well as prestige expressions like La Grande Dame and the vintage Cave Privée series.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier