Madame Clicquot, née Ponsardin, Widow Clicquot or Veuve Clicquot (16 December 1777 – 29 July 1866), known as the `Grand Dame of Champagne`, was a French businesswoman who took on her husband`s wine business when widowed at 27. Under her ownership, and her skill with wine, the company developed early champagne using a novel technique. The bra......