VEUVE CLICQUOT
Veuve Clicquot winery was founded in 1772 in Reims, France, by Philippe Clicquot, a member of a family of textile merchants and bankers. From the start, the business aimed to “cross borders” and bring Champagne to an international audience. In 1805, following the untimely death of her husband François Clicquot, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin took over the company at just 27 years old. As “Veuve” (widow) Clicquot, she became one of the first female entrepreneurs of her time and transformed the winery into a global symbol of luxury and innovation. Madame Clicquot established Champagne as the drink of high society, exporting to royal courts—especially in Russia. The iconic yellow label of Veuve Clicquot was trademarked in 1877 and remains a hallmark of the brand to this day.
