Extra Brut Extra Old 3
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Extremely stable and complex upon release, this cuvee is ready to be enjoyed immediately but will continue to develop beautifully over the next 10 to 15 years when stored in optimal conditions.
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Pan-seared sea scallops, aged Comte cheese, and roasted pheasant or guinea fowl.
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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.
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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.