Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut NV
One of the world's most recognisable Champagnes and the signature cuvée of the historic Veuve Clicquot house in Reims. Built around a high proportion of Pinot Noir, it combines the freshness and elegance expected of Champagne with a slightly richer, more structured style, delivering pear, apple and peach alongside citrus, brioche and subtle dried-fruit notes.
The blend incorporates up to 45% reserve wines, helping Veuve Clicquot maintain the consistent house style for which Yellow Label is known. Fine bubbles, generous fruit and a creamy, pastry-like character make this an exceptionally versatile Champagne – equally at home as a celebratory aperitif or served throughout a meal.
For those looking for a premium, instantly recognisable Champagne, Veuve Clicquot is a classic choice: fresh and elegant enough for seafood and canapés, but with enough body and richness to pair with more substantial dishes.
France
Champagne
Blend
750ml
12%
NV
ChampagneFounded in 1772, Veuve Clicquot is one of Champagne's most historic houses and is closely associated with Madame Clicquot, who took control of the business in the early 19th century and became one of the defining figures in the development of modern Champagne.
Yellow Label Brut is the House's signature non-vintage Champagne. Its style is led by 50% Pinot Noir, which provides structure and strength, supported by 30% Chardonnay for freshness and elegance and 20% Meunier for softness and roundness.
Rather than representing a single harvest, Yellow Label is assembled from wines across 50–60 different crus, with up to 45% reserve wines incorporated into the blend. Veuve Clicquot maintains an extensive collection of reserve wines specifically to preserve the recognisable character of Yellow Label from one release to the next.
This is a dry, fresh and elegant Champagne, but with a little more body and richness than some of the lighter Champagne styles.
Think apple, pear and peach with fresh citrus and a touch of brioche, wrapped up in fine bubbles and a smooth, polished texture.
The high proportion of Pinot Noir gives Veuve Clicquot more structure, while Chardonnay keeps everything fresh and refined. This makes it particularly approachable for someone who wants a Champagne that's crisp without being sharp and rich without being heavy.
In simple terms: fresh, elegant and beautifully balanced, with ripe fruit, fine bubbles and classic brioche richness.
- Nose: Fresh and inviting, with pear, apple and peach followed by mandarin, grapefruit and the characteristic brioche and pastry aromas developed through ageing.
- Palate: Fresh yet satisfyingly rich, with ripe orchard fruit, peach and citrus carried by fine, persistent bubbles. Pinot Noir provides structure while Chardonnay brings elegance, with pastry and subtle dried-fruit flavours adding extra complexity.
- Finish: Clean, refreshing and persistent, with lingering orchard fruit, citrus and gentle brioche notes.
- Oysters & Shellfish – Fresh acidity and fine bubbles complement delicate seafood.
- Smoked Salmon – Citrus freshness cuts through the richness of the salmon.
- Sushi & Sashimi – Clean fruit and acidity work beautifully with delicate raw fish.
- Chicken & Light Poultry – The extra Pinot Noir structure allows it to handle more substantial dishes.
- Soft Cheeses – Freshness and bubbles balance creamy, rich textures.
- Canapés & Charcuterie – Its combination of freshness and body makes it extremely versatile for entertaining.
- Serve chilled at 8–10°C – the temperature recommended by Veuve Clicquot.
- No decanting required – open immediately before serving to preserve the bubbles.
- Use a tulip-shaped Champagne or white wine glass to give the aromas room to develop while retaining the effervescence.
- Enjoy now or cellar for 3–5 years – Veuve Clicquot gives Yellow Label this ageing potential, although it's designed to be ready to enjoy on release.
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