The blend
No fewer than 50 individual wines make up this cuvée. The traditional proportions for Demi Sec are:
- 40 to 45 % Pinot Noir
- 30 to 35 % Pinot Meunier
- 20 to 25 % Chardonnay
The inclusion of 20 to 30 % of reserve wines ensures the consistency of the Veuve Clicquot style. These wines are kept apart, each one cellared individually, as befits its origin and age.
The level of dosage - 45 g/l decided at the moment of dégorgement - results in a sweeter balance of flavours, while preserving the wine’s inherent freshness.