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With the exceptionally fine weather conditions in September, the grapes
ripened beautifully. Harvesting, which took place from 23 September to 13
October, resulted in some fine, perfectly healthy grapes. The Pinot Noir
wines are fruity and full-bodied; the Chardonnay wines have a lot of
distinction.
La Grande Dame 2004 is an exclusive blend of our 8 traditional grand crus:
Aÿ, Bouzy, Ambonnay, Verzy, Verzenay for the Pinot Noir (61%) and Avize,
Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger for the Chardonnay (39%).
The colour is luminous, sparkling gold with amber highlights. There is
plenty of effervescence. The fine, light bead swirls up slowly and
gracefully.
La Grande Dame 2004
the cuvée
the tasting
Starters
Shellfish
Langoustines
ageing potential
From now until 2025
Grapes varieties
61 % Pinot Noir
The first nose reveals a definite mineral base, with noble fruit (white
peaches, bergamot) and remarkable intensity. On agitating, the bouquet
becomes gourmand and voluptuous with hints of brioche, nougat,
apricot, vanilla, frangipane and jasmine.
On the palate, there is plenty of body and substance. The texture is crisp
and silky. The chalky mineral note resonates magnificently with this
full-bodied structure and intensifies the lengthy persistence.
The Verzenay/Avize duet (the two dominant crus in this blend of 8 grand
crus) takes on its full dimension. The finish is fresh and generous, indica-
ting a light dosage that does nothing to disturb the wine’s natural
balance.
Oysters Appetisers
John Dory
Monkfish
Serving
temperature
50 to 54 °F
39 % Chardonnay
This wine will still be perfect for an aperitif for some years to come.
It will be delicious with starters or appetisers made with shellfish and noble
fish (oysters, langoustines, monkfish or John Dory). A large glass would
bring out all the magic in this entrancing wine. Serve at a temperature of 50
to 54°F. It can be enjoyed now and up to 2025.
Created in 1972 to celebrate the bicentenary of the House, La Grande Dame is a tribute to Madame Clicquot also known as ‘La Grande Dame de la Champagne’. Veuve Clicquot's prestige cuvée, it is an exclusive blend of eight of their historical Grand Crus and is a mineral and fresh expression of the Veuve Clicquot style. The 2004 vintage is the first La Grande Dame since 1998, a long time in the modern era of champagne.
Weather: The 2004 vintage saw an initial winter of mild temperatures with intermittent storms and hail. The spring and summer months were hot and sunny and the sugar levels late in September produced good quality fruits, especially for the Pinot Noir grapes. A huge harvest in general for the region. Overall many experts believe that 2004 is one of the greatest vintages of the last two decades.
Technical Information:
Vineyards: 100% Grand Cru | Pinot Noir: Ambonnay, Aÿ, Bouzy, Verzenay, Verzy | Chardonnay: Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger
Grape Varieties: 61% Pinot Noir, 39% Chardonnay
Ageing: 8 years on the lees
Dosage: 8 g/l
Drink: 2014-2024
Tasting Note: A pale gold colour with jade glints, this wine is crystal clear with unbelievably fine bubbles. Disarmingly youthful, it launches with lemon zest, grapefruit and red apple in the mouth. Barely beginning its life at a decade of age, this has magnificent ageing ahead of it. Having tasted some vintages recently from the 1990s, they demonstrate that this champagne has the ability to age very gracefully for many years to come.
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