Golden with persistent bubbles. A bright, lightly yeasty nose with fruit and a touch of toast in the flavor, which is creamy and even has a bit of anise. Medium-big body holds up well with foods. Lively citric finish, long, with minerality and then toast at the end. This season it also comes in a little yellow fridge case, which keeps a chilled bottle at drinking temperature for a couple hours if you’re traveling to a friend’s house. For more info see Becky Sue’s website.
WHO: Veuve Clicquot
WHAT: Traditional Champagne blend
WHERE: Champagne, France
WHEN: NV
HOW MUCH: $50 (Media sample)
