Bollinger
The robe is golden with bronze highlights, radiating a luminous brilliance. The nose opens on honey, fruit jelly, quince and candied citrus, with a hint of marzipan and refreshing menthol. On the palate, the generosity of the 2018 vintage delivers roasted apricots, a richness of bitter orange and…
THE CUVÉES OF MAISON BOLLINGERThe expert verdict
The structure of this champagne
TASTING NOTES
The robe is golden with bronze highlights, radiating a luminous brilliance. The nose opens on honey, fruit jelly, quince and candied citrus, with a hint of marzipan and refreshing menthol. On the palate, the generosity of the 2018 vintage delivers roasted apricots, a richness of bitter orange and peach stone, carried by a silky mousse and a persistent saline thread.
The composition
Terroirs
A blend centred on Aÿ, grand cru of the Montagne de Reims, complemented by Tauxières and Verzenay; 50% reserve wines vinified in magnums — the oldest dating from 2009 — bring depth and controlled oxidative complexity.
About this house
Founded in 1829 in Aÿ, Bollinger is one of the rare grandes maisons to remain family-owned and independent. Its 178 hectares of estate vineyard, the vinification of base wines in oak barrels, and the ageing of perpetual reserves in magnums make it an absolute benchmark for Pinot Noir in Champagne.
The Bollinger PN series, launched in 2017, embodies this philosophy: each edition shines a light on a different cru and a different base year, offering an ever-renewed exploration of the House's Pinot Noir signature.
The perfect pairing
Aperitif
Its creamy bubble and aromatic roundness come into their own as an aperitif alongside light, golden canapés.
Starter
The briny richness of lobster finds a natural echo in the generosity and depth of Pinot Noir from Aÿ.
Main course
The tannic structure of Pinot Noir and its notes of warm spice make for a classic, elegant pairing with duck breast.
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