Champagne Brut Bollinger La Grande Année 2018, a wine produced by Maison Bollinger only in the finest vintages. Blend: 66% Pinot Noir and 34% Chardonnay. Dosage: 6g/l.
Bollinger La Grande Année 2018 is one of the most prestigious and sought-after vintage Champagnes in the world, produced exclusively in the vintages considered exceptional by the historic Maison Bollinger. An iconic label that interprets the style of the house at the highest level: intensity, complexity, elegance and extraordinary aging capacity.
Considered one of the best French Vintage Champagnes, La Grande Année 2018 is born from a careful blend of Pinot Noir (66%) and Chardonnay (34%), coming from 19 prestigious Champagne crus. Among these, the famous vineyards of Verzenay, Aÿ and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ stand out for Pinot Noir, while Chouilly and Cuis contribute to the finesse of Chardonnay. The vineyards are cultivated according to sustainable practices that reflect Maison Bollinger's commitment to increasingly environmentally friendly viticulture.
One of the distinctive elements of Bollinger La Grande Année is the vinification carried out entirely in small oak barrels, a rare choice in the Champagne panorama which gives greater depth, structure and aromatic complexity.
After a careful selection of the best plots and the best barrels, the Champagne is assembled and sent to a very long period of aging on the yeasts. The stay in the cellar far exceeds the times required by the regulations of the Champagne denomination, allowing the wine to develop an extraordinary expressive richness.
As evidence of the Maison's artisanal approach, both the manual riddling and the subsequent disgorgement are carried out according to tradition. The final dosage of 6 g/l perfectly preserves the balance between freshness, structure and aromatic purity.
In the glass, Bollinger La Grande Année 2018 presents a bright, brilliant gold color and a very fine and persistent perlage.
On the nose it expresses all its complexity with elegant aromas of fresh citrus, green apple and white fruit, followed by nuances of peach, apricot, sweet almond and acacia honey. With oxygenation, further evolutionary notes emerge which amplify depth and refinement.
On the palate it conquers for the extraordinary harmony between freshness, creaminess and structure. The sip is rich, enveloping and dynamic, supported by an elegant texture that progressively evolves towards a very long, creamy and incredibly persistent finish.
Thanks to its structure and complexity, Bollinger La Grande Année 2018 is a particularly gastronomic Champagne. It pairs perfectly with shellfish, noble fish, white meats, poultry, foie gras and mature cheeses. Also surprising as an accompaniment to dried fruit-based preparations and gourmet haute cuisine recipes.
Already extraordinarily satisfying today, Bollinger La Grande Année 2018 possesses exceptional evolutionary potential. If stored correctly, it can refine for many years, developing further complexity and increasingly fascinating aromatic nuances.
An authentic point of reference among luxury Champagnes, capable of once again confirming Bollinger's role among the most prestigious Champagne Maisons and the international wine scene.
