Created in 1962 and launched in 1972, La Grande Dame is a tribute to Madame Clicquot and the creative and elegant souls who followed in her footsteps. A wine in the image of the Grande Dame herself. Madame Clicquot used her determination, intuition, and vision to select and acquire exceptional parcels with exceptional grapes. This Champagne is the showcase of the house's excellence. It is a perfect expression of her love for Pinot Noir which, since the 2008 vintage, represents about 90% of the blend. “Our black grapes give the finest white wines.” - Madame Clicquot, 1825