Producer Notes
Bollinger has remained in the Bollinger family since its inception in 1829 and gained its reputation thanks to the charms of Lily Bollinger in the mid-20th century. The tipple of choice of James Bond and Eddie from Ab Fab (donโt let that put you off) it is often described as a muscular Champagne but can also be light and frisky on the palate. A pinot noir heavy blend, the standard NV cuvee is consistent and well-priced with the vintage Champagne fluctuating depending on the year. Their piece de rรฉsistance is the single vineyard Vieilles Vignes Francaises blanc de noirs which comes from pre-phylloxera vines.
Vintage Notes
1996 was a good, long-lasting vintage in Champagne
Other vintages of Bollinger La Grande Annee
Other wines from Bollinger
1996 La Grande Annee Rose: ยฃ230
2008 R.D. Extra Brut (150cl): ยฃ465
2012 La Grande Annee Rose: ยฃ165
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