WHEN two leaders of French artistry unite, the result is nothing short of luminous. Veuve Clicquot and designer Simon Porte Jacquemus unveil a limited-edition reinterpretation of La Grande Dame 2018 – a poetic ode to joy, savoir-faire and timeless femininity.
The collaboration radiates with the champagne brand’s emblematic yellow, introduced in 1877 and now reimagined through the designer’s sun-drenched Southern French lens. The bottle’s irregularly edged label, embossed with sun rays and signed with Jacquemus’ fluid calligraphy, is draped in white linen – an elegant nod to both heirloom textiles and historic methods of cooling champagne in the summer heat.
Veuve Clicquot x Simon Porte Jacquemus
At its heart lies a shared homage to women. Inspired by Madame Clicquot – who defied convention in 1805 to become “La Grand Dame de la Champagne”. With this in mind, Jacquemus channels strength, sensuality and optimisim, themes deeply rooted in his own muse: his mother. The story becomes not only one of design but of legacy and resilience.
Speaking on this launch, Jean-Marc Gallot, CEO of Veuve Clicquot said: “It is a great honour for Veuve Clicquot to partner with such an inspiring designer as Simon Porte Jacquemus. We found common values in joy, optimism, and conviviality that the House has upheld for 250 years. This collaboration is a new expression of these values and of our effortless chic Art de Vivre.”
Veuve Clicquot x Simon Porte Jacquemus
Veuve Clicquot x Simon Porte Jacquemus
Extending beyond the bottles, Jacquemus introduces Le Rafraîchissoir, a sculptural champagne cooler designed with master metalsmith Camille Orfèvre. Inspired by Medici vases and Mediterranean memories, the silver-plated piece exemplifies haute orfèvrerie, requiring over 40 hours of meticulous handwork. Limited to just 50 editions, it offers an exquisite journey through rare vintages, including La Grande Dame 2018, 2012 Magnum, and a 1990 Jeroboam – Jacquemus’ birth year.
La Grande Dame 2018 itself is a solaire vintage: luminous, precise and of a profoundly Pinot Noir character. Balancing finesse, freshness and intensity, it reflects the artistry of the House while inviting celebration of life’s most radiant moments.
by Imogen Clark
For more information and to purchase the collaboration, find it here.