Clicquot

Clicquot refers primarily to Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, a historic champagne house based in Reims, France, and to the Clicquot family name associated with the business. The house traces its origins to 1772 when Philippe Clicquot established a wine business in Reims. In 1798 Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin married François Clicquot; after his death in 1805 she became widow, took charge of the firm, and built it into a leading global brand.

Under Barbe-Nicole’s leadership the house advanced several innovations in champagne production. It popularized the riddling rack (remuage) to clarify wine and developed methods for aging and controlled releases. Veuve Clicquot expanded export markets and earned a reputation for consistency and quality. The house’s flagship Brut non-vintage is Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, widely distributed, while the prestige cuvée La Grande Dame commemorates Barbe-Nicole’s legacy.

In the modern era Veuve Clicquot is part of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, with production centered in Reims and additional facilities elsewhere. The brand continues to produce non-vintage and vintage champagnes, including rosés, and maintains a prominent position in global markets. The name Clicquot remains associated with winemaking history, innovation, and one of the most recognizable champagne houses in the world.