{"product_id":"veuve-clicquot-la-grande-dame-rose-with-gift-box-2006","title":"Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Rosé 2006 (Gift Box)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eVeuve Clicquot, established in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot-Muiron and famously led by Madame Clicquot from 1805, pioneered vintage bottling and riddling. “La Grande Dame,” introduced in 1972 to honor Madame Clicquot, is the house’s prestige cuvée showcasing only Grand Cru vineyards. The 2006 Rosé, aged long on lees and hand-selected, exemplifies centuries of innovation and excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCellar Masters Dominique Demarville and Jean-Marc Gallot, supported by a tasting committee, craft each vintage with precision. For 2006, they emphasized Pinot Noir from Bouzy’s Clos Colin and top Grand Cru sites, ensuring delicate Rosé character while maintaining structural depth and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes sourced from Grand Cru Pinot Noir vineyards in Aÿ, Verzenay, Verzy, Ambonnay, Bouzy (including Clos Colin), and Chardonnay from Avize and Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger. The cool maritime climate with chalky soils and marked diurnal shifts promote balanced ripening and elegant acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePinot Noir grapes are partially macerated to produce red wine, then blended with white base wines, including up to 30% reserve wines. The blend of ~70–80 parcels matured on lees for a minimum of 7 years. Disgorged in 2015 with ~8 g\/L dosage, then bottled with collector’s gift presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCopper‑tinged robe with fine persistent mousse. Aromas of white raspberry, candied ginger, baked strawberry, orange zest, brioche and pastry cream. On the palate, it is creamy and full-bodied yet precise, revealing pomegranate, red currant, saline minerality, spice, toasted nuts and a refined, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with seafood—oysters, sashimi, scallop—rich foie gras, roasted poultry, game, duck breast, nuanced charcuterie, aged mild cheeses, and gentle spiced mains. Suitable for gourmet multi-course meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe chilled at 9–12 °C in a large tulip- or white-wine glass to highlight its aromatic nuance and texture. No decanting required; gentle swirl enhances expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOptimal cellaring at 9–12 °C with \u0026gt;70% humidity and darkness. Drinks splendidly now through 2031, with potential to age into 2040. Over time it will reveal honeyed, nutty, dried fruit tertiary notes while retaining freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e≈53% Pinot Noir (includes ~15% red wine from Clos Colin), ≈47% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e12.5% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Spectator: 95\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Enthusiast: 96\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRobert Parker (Wine Advocate): 94\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJames Suckling: 95\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MHD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922288820438,"sku":null,"price":2065.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/VeuveClicquotLaGrandeDameRosewithGiftBox2012_ba063001-8d1f-463c-9393-ce5e8b06730b.png?v=1773668366","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/veuve-clicquot-la-grande-dame-rose-with-gift-box-2006","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}