Grande Annee, the name, signifies that Bollinger's vintage champagne is only released during 'great' years. The Grande Annee blend comes only from a particularly fine harvest. When such a harvest occurs the House selects its best wines, cru by cru & grape variety by grape variety
- the key to the particular year. Each wine is individually fermented in oak casks prior to blending. On average, the blend is composed of 65% pinot noir & 35% chardonnay. The Grande Annee always ages for a minimum of five years in its bottle, magnum or jeroboam corked with a traditional cork.
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A delicate hue with golden reflections. Honey, gingerbread & cinnamon aromas; subtle notes of dried fruits (hazelnut) & dried flowers onn the nose. The palate is mature, supple & full with a long finish with hints of pastry, candied orange & ripe fruit flavours. Grande Annee, the name, signifies that Bollinger's vintage champagne is only released during 'great' years. ...

To the eye: The delicate colour & golden hues are a sign of the wines maturity & Bollingers wine-making methods. To the nose: A first impression of fresh almonds, then yellow-flesh fruit aromas evoking peach & mango; toasted, roasted notes accompanied with dried citrus & pink grapefruit. On the palate: A lovely aromatic fullness with honey flavours & a smooth chalky texture; candied lemon notes & a delicious bitterness, a wonderfully refreshing finish. After bottling, cellar ageing take place under a natural cork to protect from oxidation & to preserve the freshness of the wines, the bouquet & the clarity of aromas. Ageing on lees for 9 years. ...

To the eye: The delicate colour & golden hues are a sign of the wines maturity & Bollingers wine-making methods. To the nose: A first impression of fresh almonds, then yellow-flesh fruit aromas evoking peach & mango; toasted, roasted notes accompanied with dried citrus & pink grapefruit. On the palate: A lovely aromatic fullness with honey flavours & a smooth chalky texture; candied lemon notes & a delicious bitterness, a wonderfully refreshing finish. After bottling, cellar aging take place under a natural cork to protect from oxidation & to preserve the freshness of the wines, the bouquet & the clarity of aromas. Ageing on lees for 9 years. ...

To the eye: The delicate colour & golden hues are a sign of the wines maturity & Bollingers wine-making methods. To the nose: A first impression of fresh almonds, then yellow-flesh fruit aromas evoking peach & mango; toasted, roasted notes accompanied with dried citrus & pink grapefruit. On the palate: A lovely aromatic fullness with honey flavours & a smooth chalky texture; candied lemon notes & a delicious bitterness, a wonderfully refreshing finish. After bottling, cellar aging take place under a natural cork to protect from oxidation & to preserve the freshness of the wines, the bouquet & the clarity of aromas. Ageing on lees for 9 years. ...

La Grande Anne 2014 is the perfect champagne for gourmet food. To fully appreciate its unique style & aromas, this wine is best served between 8 & 10C. You can enjoy La Grande Anne 2014 now or choose to age it in your cellar.

Colour: Tinted with golden glints that reflect the wines maturity & Bollinger vinification techniques. Nose: A precise & fruity nose with a slight scent of sea-air. Aromas of cherry & lemon mingle with quince & bergamot. Then notes of hazelnut & almond, peach & mirabelle plum complete this wines range of aromas. Palate: The initial sensation is a fine & intense effervescence, followed by a wonderful vinosity, & then balanced with delicate acidity. Its very fine texture & sea-air finish bring excellent length on the palate, accompanied by a delicate minerality & the complex flavours of orchard fruit & citrus. This wine unfurls gradually, revealing its full potential & intensity.

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This is Madame Bollinger's ultimate gift, the result of rare conditions: a blend between a great champagne & one of the very best red wines of the Champagne region, both from the same vintage. To the eye: Salmon coloured with orange hues To the nose: Red currant & almonds aromas followed by spicy & grilled notes. Flavours of great Burgundy Pinot Noirs. To the palate: Surprisingly wine-like but also very lively. Aromas of cherries, or kirsch, & toasted bread. 68% Pinot Noir, 32% Chardonnay, 89% Grands crus, 11% Premiers Crus, 5% red Cote aux Enfants wine. At Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become vintage: vintage 2004 gives us beautifully wine-like champagne, with pleasant hints of a great Pinot Noir. ...

Light coral in colour. Dried grass & redberries on the nose with hints of fresh tobacco & dried flowers. Notes of mirabelle plum, freshly cut grass & kirsch on the palate. ...

A delicate rose colour derived from La Cte aux Enfants Pinot Noir. On the nose, aromas of redcurrant & black fruits accompany lovely notes of citrus. The palate has a great deal of delicacy. The freshness & creamy texture are prolonged by a racy finish. Best enjoyed with savoury dishes. Duck breast filets, quail, pigeon or guinea fowl. Venison sauce Grand Veneur. Exotic or oriental cuisine. La Grande Anne Ros 2012 is powerful & complex champagne which enhances & complements perfectly the subtlest gourmet experiences. To fully appreciate its unique style, bouquet & aromas, this wine is best served between 8 & 10C. You can enjoy La Grande Anne Ros 2012 right away, or choose to age it in your cellar. ...

The PN TX17 is a wine to be enjoyed by enthusiasts interested in the expression of Pinot Noir from across the Champagne region. To fully appreciate its unique style & aromas, PN TX17 is best served between 8 & 10C. You can enjoy this wine now or leave it in the cellar to develop further. To the eye: A colour with delicate golden hues. To the nose: Notes of dried flowers, joined by aromas of tobacco & mocha. Liquorice & dried fruit round off these sophisticated, subtle & complex aromas. On the palate: A very fruity, lively facet with notes of cooked apricot, peach & exotic fruit, followed by flavours of acacia honey, fresh walnut & spices. A wonderful salinity complements the acidity of the wine. It finishes on red fruit, crme de cassis & surprising notes of citrus zest. A lively, linear wine with great clarity & in contrast with the nose. Pair with: Tomme des Ardennes cheese millefeuille, tonka bean-infused chutney. Roast quail, dried apricots & honey-lemon sauce. Chaource cheese. ...