About Veuve Clicquot
History
Champagne Veuve Clicquot was established in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot. When Philippe's son, Francois, died in 1805, his wife Barbe Nicole Ponsardin was left a widow at the age of 27. Against all tradition, she took over the family business and built one of the greatest champagne houses in the world, making her one of the top businesswomen of modern times. In 1810, she renamed the house Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin and produced its first vintage wines. Veuve Clicquot is known internationally for its classically styled and full-bodied champagne. Products range from Brut Yellow Label to Veuve Clicquot Rosé and La Grande Dame, made exclusively from grapes harvested in the Grand Cru vineyards acquired by Madame Clicquot in the 19th century.
Veuve Clicquot vineyards outside of Reims, France
Veuve Clicquot and Polo
Veuve Clicquot began its long association with polo in England with the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup and now in the United States with the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic. This stylish event began in New York City in 2008, marking the return of polo to Governors Island after nearly a 70 year lapse. In 2010, Veuve Clicquot brought the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic to Los Angeles for the first time, held at the Will Rogers State Historic Park. Veuve Clicquot has sponsored polo matches at renowned US polo clubs including the Greenwich Polo Club, International Polo Club in Wellington, Florida, and Santa Barbara Polo Club in California.
Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, Los Angeles 2010
The Veuve Clicquot Season
The Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic in both New York and Los Angeles are signature events of the Veuve Clicquot Season - a calendar of the most stylish events and memorable social gatherings throughout the year. Veuve Clicquot invites you to ski the slopes in Aspen and Vail during Clicquot in the Snow, sip champagne while playing Petanque on the beach this summer, or celebrate the most daring night of the year at a Yelloween party in your city. Join the Clicquot lifestyle at the country's most exclusive events while enjoying the world's most celebrated champagne. For more information on Veuve Clicquot events, visit us on Facebook.
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label