Bollinger
Champagne La Grande Anneé Rosé Brut 2015
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Rosè Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 67% Pinot Nero, 33% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Sealed with a natural cork and aged in the cellar for more than twice the time required by the denomination; prolonged maturation on the lees (at least 7 years) before disgorgement. |
- Vintage and style: Rosé Brut 2015, 12.5% vol, 750 ml bottle
- Grape composition: 62% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay, with the addition of La Côte aux Enfants red wine
- Method and ageing: in oak barrels, traditional method, 7 years on the lees
- Sensory profile: notes of currant and mandarin, fine and creamy perlage, finish of blood orange
- Ratings: 96 Parker, 95 Suckling, 95 Decanter, 94 Vinous; a rarely produced cuvée
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bollinger La Grande Année Rosé is a rosé Champagne produced using the Traditional Method. Its identity is shaped by a refined blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, enriched by the addition of still red wine from the renowned La Côte aux Enfants vineyard. In the glass, the Champagne releases clear aromas of redcurrant and mandarin. On the palate, it stands out for its creamy texture and refreshing acidity, leading to a long finish with hints of blood orange and a delicate saline nuance.
Where it comes from
This label originates from the renowned vineyards of Champagne, with black grape varieties selected mainly from Aÿ and Verzenay, while the Chardonnay comes from the villages of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Oiry. The distinctly chalky soils of the region impart a vibrant minerality to the wine, supporting a solid structural balance. La Côte aux Enfants plays a crucial role, being the plot from which Bollinger obtains the still red wine necessary for the blend. The connection to the terroir is expressed through an intriguing toasted note, offering a dynamic tasting experience and a precise saline character.
How it is produced
Bollinger's production process begins with the fermentation of the base wines, carried out in old oak barrels to impart deep aromatic complexity. After blending with the red wine, the liquid undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle. Ageing on the lees lasts for at least seven years, enriching the bouquet with subtle notes of brioche. The meticulous riddling and disgorgement operations are performed by hand, reflecting the technical mastery of the winery. The process concludes with a measured Brut dosage, which balances the acidity and gives persistence to the creamy mousse.
History and Curiosities
This exclusive limited edition celebrates Bollinger's unmistakable craftsmanship, enhancing the magnificent 2015 vintage with the rare red wine from the La Côte aux Enfants plot. Vinified in small barrels of old oak to preserve its aromatic richness, this cuvée matures slowly on the lees for at least 7 years, developing a profound and captivating complexity. The absolute dedication to artisanal tradition is reflected in the meticulous workmanship and the hand disgorgement of each bottle, resulting in a rare masterpiece of vibrant elegance.
Awards
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2015
95/100
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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2015
96/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 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 La Grande Annee Rosè Brut 2015 |
|---|---|
| Type | Rosé classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 67% Pinot Nero, 33% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Bollinger |
| Story | History and Curiosities This exclusive limited edition celebrates Bollinger's unmistakable craftsmanship, enhancing the magnificent 2015 vintage with the rare red wine from the La Côte aux Enfants plot. Vinified in small barrels of old oak to preserve its aromatic richness, this cuvée matures slowly on the lees for at least 7 years, developing a profound and captivating complexity. The absolute dedication to artisanal tradition is reflected in the meticulous workmanship and the hand disgorgement of each bottle, resulting in a rare masterpiece of vibrant elegance. |
| Origin | Principalmente Aÿ e Verzenay per il Pinot Nero; Le Mesnil-sur-Oger e Oiry per lo Chardonnay |
| Fermentation | At least 7 years on the lees before disgorgement |
| Production technique | Traditional method (second fermentation in the bottle) |
| Wine making | Traditional method with a second fermentation in the bottle; base wine entirely fermented in small oak barrels; blending with the addition of a portion of still red wine from La Côte aux Enfants; extended ageing on the lees (at least 7 years); riddling and disgorgement by hand. |
| Aging | Sealed with a natural cork and aged in the cellar for more than twice the time required by the denomination; prolonged maturation on the lees (at least 7 years) before disgorgement. |
| Residual sugar | 7.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |