Bollinger La Grande Annee
The grapes come exclusively from Grands and Premiers Crus. 17 villages have entered in the 1999 blend, 82% from Grands Crus and 18% from Premiers Crus.
La Grande Année is the Prestige Cuvée of Champagne Bollinger. It is only produced when exceptional quality harvests occur, and is the expression of Bollinger's know-how. More than the illustration of the vintage particularity, La Grande Année is the result of the Bollinger style, of its exceptional "terroir" and traditional wine making techniques. La Grande Année develops a beautiful rounded structure and combines rich, complex and intense aromas, the expression of which changes according to the characteristics of the vintage.
The grapes come exclusively from Grands and Premiers Crus. 17 villages have entered in the 1999 blend, 82% from Grands Crus and 18% from Premiers Crus.
La Grande Année is the Prestige Cuvée of Champagne Bollinger. It is only produced when exceptional quality harvests occur, and is the expression of Bollinger's know-how. More than the illustration of the vintage particularity, La Grande Année is the result of the Bollinger style, of its exceptional "terroir" and traditional wine making techniques. La Grande Année develops a beautiful rounded structure and combines rich, complex and intense aromas, the expression of which changes according to the characteristics of the vintage.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Its aromas are a testimony to the barrels it aged in: toasted bread and brandied fruit ; notes of exotic spices, rhubarb and stone fruit. |
Palate | Powerful yet soft bubbles; remarkable structure and length. |
Colour | Its delicate blush and old gold colours are a sign of maturity and of Bollinger’s winemaking skills. |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 66% Pinot Noir, 34% Chardonnay, 100% Grand crus and Premier Crus |
Alcohol % | 12% |
Estate/Producer | Champagne Bollinger |
Country | France |
Region/AOC | Champagne |
Vintage | 2007 |
Making Techniques | First Fermentation in oak barrels |
Closure | Natural Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | At least 10 years |
Serving Suggestion | |
Serving Suggestion | Foie gras, fresh or pan-fried. Grilled fish, with or without sauce, lobster. |