Lifestyle blog Wander with Wonder wrote a piece dedicated to French sparkling wine, and sited Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée as an all-time favorite. The piece delves into why not all sparkling wine is considered Champagne and elaborates on the wine growing region and winemaking requirements.
The writer continues by sharing details about one of her favorite Houses, Champagne Bollinger. She offers historical context and explains that Bollinger “has a reputation for creating complex wines.” As for Special Cuvée, she offers details on the grape varietal breakdown, time spent aging on the lees and low dosage. She adds, “I enjoyed my bottle of Champagne Bollinger. It has fine bubbles and I get the lovely complex flavors of the blend of the three varietals. It has hints of fresh-baked bread, ripe peaches, and a hint of toasted nuts.” Read the full story HERE
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Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée NV
Champagne
A journey of devotion, Special Cuvée’s powerful impact and elegant depth of flavor capture Bollinger’s distinct spirit. 30% ferments in neutral barrel for a silky texture while the reserve wines (hand-riddled and blended from magnum) contribute the signature aromas of an aged Champagne. Special Cuvée is layered with freshness, savor and spice, all in a velvety texture that truly stands apart.
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Champagne Bollinger
Champagne, France
Bollinger is one of the rare Grande Marques that’s still family owned. Known for its rich, elegant and polished style of Champagne, their outstanding wines are the result of rigorous attention to detail and incredibly labor-intensive practices that few houses are willing to undertake. Underscoring its excellence, Bollinger has remained British secret agent James Bond's Champagne of choice since 1973.