$205.73
Veuve Clicquot Cave Privee Rose Brut 1996 750ml—
$205.73
The Story
Created in almost perfect conditions from a blend of quality grapes, this rosé champagne of great aromatic complexity takes its place in Veuve Clicquot's renowned "Cavencies Privées" collection, a selection of vintages preserved in the heart of the House's chalk cellars in Reims.
Fruit of an extraordinary year in Champagne, characterized by an alternation of cool and hot temperatures and dry and humid periods, the 1996 harvest gave grapes with unparalleled acidity. Result? An intense wine, of great aromatic complexity.
92 Points - Wine & Spirits
91 Points - Wine Spectator
Cherry and tobacco notes make this rosé distinctive. Medium-bodied, it has intensity, a vibrant structure and a lingering aftertaste. Lovely fruit and harmony.
Description
Created in almost perfect conditions from a blend of quality grapes, this rosé champagne of great aromatic complexity takes its place in Veuve Clicquot's renowned "Cavencies Privées" collection, a selection of vintages preserved in the heart of the House's chalk cellars in Reims.
Fruit of an extraordinary year in Champagne, characterized by an alternation of cool and hot temperatures and dry and humid periods, the 1996 harvest gave grapes with unparalleled acidity. Result? An intense wine, of great aromatic complexity.
92 Points - Wine & Spirits
91 Points - Wine Spectator
Cherry and tobacco notes make this rosé distinctive. Medium-bodied, it has intensity, a vibrant structure and a lingering aftertaste. Lovely fruit and harmony.
