2. Veuve Clicquot:
Veuve Clicquot was founded in Reims, France, in 1772, by Philippe Clicquot-Muiron, who over time would transform his champagne into the favorite drink of the high bourgeoisie and the nobility of Europe. However, was his daughter in law Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin, and his son’s widow (Veuve in French) who took control of the family’s business. Since 1987 the company Veuve Clicquot has been part of the Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy group of luxury brands. The brand’s most distinctive product is its Yellow Label Brut Non-Vintage which has aromas of vanilla and yellow fruits. Veuve Clicquot’s prestige Cuvee is La Grande Dame, a bottle of vintage champagne first released in 1972 in honor of Barbe-Nicole, and made from a blend of eight grand cru vineyards.