Bollinger
Champagne Special Cuvee Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 60% Pinot Nero, 25% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Meunier |
| Aging | Bottle ageing on the lees for at least 3 years before disgorgement; resting in the cellar for at least 3 months before shipping; reserve wines stored in magnums for 5 to 12 years (some for over 15 years). |
- Grape composition: 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, 15% Meunier
- Ageing on the lees: Traditional method with a minimum of 3 years maturation in the bottle
- Aromatic notes: intense hints of pear, peach, spices, brioche and bread crust
- Fine and persistent bubbles: velvety mousse, dry, creamy taste and a prolonged finish
- Recommended pairings: ideal as an aperitif or with sushi, shellfish and white meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Champagne is a wine that embodies the elegance of the French region. Dry and full-bodied, it is enhanced by a fine and persistent perlage that gives a velvety and creamy texture on the palate. This Traditional Method stands out for its intense aromatic profile, with notes of peach, pear, spices and bread crust. Created through a carefully crafted blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier grapes, it offers a pleasant freshness and a long finish, making it ideal for pairing with shellfish dishes or mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine comes from the vineyards tended by Bollinger, a historic estate founded in 1829 in the Champagne region. Most of the grapes come from prized plots classified as Grand Cru, complemented by a careful selection of Premier Cru. The dedication to cultivating Pinot Noir defines the structural breadth of this label. A fundamental role in the sensory development is played by the chalk underground cellars, ideal environments where the wine rests in optimal conditions, capturing and preserving the pure expression of the French terroir.
How it is produced
Production begins with a skilful blend that combines fresh grapes with reserve wines, aged for a long time and kept separate by grape variety. The process starts with a primary fermentation carried out in small barrels of steel and wood. Following the strict approach of the Traditional Method, the second fermentation takes place in the bottle. The wine then undergoes a patient ageing on the lees for at least three years, an extended period that imparts deep aromatic complexity and smoothness. Before being released to the market, it rests in the cellar for several more months, ensuring impeccable balance on the palate.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1829, the renowned Maison Bollinger has been producing Champagne Special Cuvée since 1911. Its iconic name was inspired by the suggestion of a British agent, who proposed the term “Special” to distinguish this blend from a classic non-vintage Brut. This masterpiece matures for three years in the Maison’s historic underground cellars, resulting in a fine and persistent perlage. A timeless creation, perfect for enhancing the most prestigious toasts thanks to its complex aromatic profile, enriched with elegant notes of pear, spices, and bread crust.
Awards
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96/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1829
- Hectares: 160
This distinctive taste is the result of a particular affinity for the elegance of Pinot Noir, uncompromising excellence, an exceptional vineyard and artisanal expertise passed down with the utmost care since 1829. As Madame Bollinger, whose legendary vitality still permeates the estate today, would surely have suggested, Champagne Bollinger is above all about sharing powerful emotions among great wine lovers. Read more
| Name | Bollinger Champagne Special Cuvee Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 60% Pinot Nero, 25% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Meunier |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Bollinger |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1829, the renowned Maison Bollinger has been producing Champagne Special Cuvée since 1911. Its iconic name was inspired by the suggestion of a British agent, who proposed the term "Special" to distinguish this blend from a classic non-vintage Brut. This masterpiece matures for three years in the Maison’s historic underground cellars, resulting in a fine and persistent perlage. A timeless creation, perfect for enhancing the most prestigious toasts thanks to its complex aromatic profile, enriched with elegant notes of pear, spices, and bread crust. |
| Origin | Champagne |
| Fermentation | At least 3 years |
| Production technique | Traditional method (second fermentation in bottle) |
| Wine making | Primary fermentation in small steel and wooden barrels; the must rests until spring in underground chalk cellars; second fermentation in the bottle (traditional method); maturation in the bottle on the lees for at least 3 years before disgorgement; resting in the cellar for at least 3 months before shipping. |
| Aging | Bottle ageing on the lees for at least 3 years before disgorgement; resting in the cellar for at least 3 months before shipping; reserve wines stored in magnums for 5 to 12 years (some for over 15 years). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |