Veuve Clicquot Champagne House

Veuve Clicquot Champagne: Boldness and Craftsmanship

Founded in 1772, Veuve Clicquot owes its name and reputation to Barbe-Nicole Clicquot. Widowed at 27, she took over the house in 1805 and became one of the first businesswomen of the modern era. A visionary, she was behind major innovations that shaped champagne as we know it: the first vintage champagne, the riddling table and the first blended rosé champagne. Her motto, “Only one quality, the finest”, still guides the making of every cuvée today.

In the heart of Reims, the house's cellars lie within ancient Gallo-Roman chalk pits, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the visit, you will delve into the story of Madame Clicquot, discover how the house's champagnes are made and learn the vital role these chalk galleries play in their ageing. A tasting rounds off the experience, revealing the full intensity of the Pinot Noir-driven Clicquot style, from the iconic Brut Carte Jaune to the prestige cuvée La Grande Dame.

To extend your visit, Café Clicquot, the house's first permanent café in the world, welcomes visitors on its terrace for a bistro-style break.

Visiting Veuve Clicquot from Paris

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My Daily Driver can also arrange a tailor-made Champagne tour from Paris for you, including a visit to the Veuve Clicquot house as well as other iconic houses and sights in the region. An experience designed to let you savour everything Champagne has to offer.