The history of the world-famous champagne house Veuve Clicquot begins in 1772, when Philippe Clicquot founded a wine trade whose products were marketed under the name "Clicquot". François Clicquot, the son of the entrepreneur who was to take over the company, died unexpectedly, which is why his widow Barbe-Nicole Clicquot-Ponsardin continued the business. Because of her tireless commitment, she was able to market a brand of champagne in the first year after the takeover of the company, which is still considered a true "myth" today. The anchor that graces every champagne cork is the hallmark of the successful company.