La Grande Dame Blanc 2008

La Grande Dame Blanc 2008 is Veuve Clicquot's vintage prestige cuvée and puts its faith entirely in Pinot Noir: 92 per cent, with 8 per cent Chardonnay. The grapes come from eight of the house's historic grands crus. The wine aged eight years in the cellar before release. The year 2008 is regarded as outstanding, and the 2019 Bettane+Desseauve guide named this cuvée among the ten best wines of the year.

In the glass you find a champagne that feels delicate and fruity, with a fresh drive and the power that defines the house style. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a wide white wine glass so the aromas can unfold. It goes well with scallops, pan-fried veal fillet or mature Comté. This version is a magnum in a gift box, a lovely choice for a larger table.