The Veuve Clicquot Rosé "Cave Privée" 1996 is a rare vintage Rosé Brut Champagne from Veuve Clicquot, crafted from Pinot Noir (dominant) and Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyards. Displaying a deep pink-gold hue with fine bubbles, it offers a complex nose of dried berries, candied orange, and brioche, with hints of oxidative nutty notes and chalky minerality. The palate is rich and mature, with vibrant acidity, a silky texture, and a long, mineral-driven finish. With a low dosage (6-8 g/L) and 20+ years of lees aging, it reflects the exceptional 1996 vintage’s longevity. Perfect with salmon, duck, or aged cheeses, it’s a luxury for fine dining. Drinking beautifully now, it can age further, developing richer notes. This Cave Privée showcases Veuve Clicquot’s reserve collection expertise, offering a refined Champagne for enthusiasts seeking rare, mature complexity in a vintage rosé.