Yellow Label Brut 250th Anniversary Edition
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2030
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh oysters on the half shell, pan-seared sea scallops, or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Veuve Clicquot's Yellow Label Brut is an iconic symbol of Champagne, and this 250th Anniversary Edition celebrates a legacy dating back to 1772. The house's history is forever intertwined with Madame Clicquot, the 'Grande Dame of Champagne,' who took the reins in 1805 as a young widow and revolutionized the region by inventing the riddling table to clarify sparkling wine. This signature cuvée is defined by its Pinot Noir dominance (typically 50-55%), which imparts structure and strength, beautifully balanced by Chardonnay for elegance and Meunier for fruitiness. Sourced from up to 60 different crus, the blend incorporates a high proportion of priceless reserve wines (often 30-45%) to ensure consistent quality and the house's signature complex, toasty style, aged for at least three years on its lees.
🍾 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