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Bollinger : Special Cuvée

Name: Bollinger : Special Cuvée
Brand: Bollinger
SKU: 3045/NM
Price: 642.5 SEK
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.46 (138 reviews)

Champagne

- White - See details

Parker | 92

J. Robinson | 16.5

Meadow | 93

Decanter | 95

Bettane & Desseauve | 16

Wine Spectator | 93

J. Suckling | 93

Vinous - A. Galloni | 91

The Wine Independent | 92

Vinous Neal Martin | 96

3 855,00 kr Incl. VAT

(

642,50 kr / Unit

)

Packaging : a box of 6 Bottles (75cl)

1 x 75CL

664,50 kr

6 x 75CL

3 855,00 kr

3 x 1.5L

4 454,00 kr

1 x 3L

5 377,00 kr

1 x 6L

13 279,00 kr

1 x 9L

18 186,00 kr

1 x 15L

39 745,00 kr

In-Stock

DeliveryFree for purchases over 3,315 SEK
Guaranteed provenanceWines sourced directly from the producing estates

All Bollinger champagnes

Marks and reviews

/100

Robert Parker

Robert M. Parker, Jr.

No specific tasting note

/100

Wine Spectator

Alison Napjus

A mellow gold-amber color and ripe, generous peach, honey and fig flavors indicate this French bubbly is wonderfully mature. Ample and enjoyable, it shows great balance and a long finish. Drink now.

/100

James Suckling

A polished palate of fine bubbles with pears, light bread dough and caramel undertones. Medium-bodied with pretty toasted-oak and vanilla flavors. Refined finish. Touch of quince and grapefruit with dried apples. Base wine 2021 plus nine different vintages. A blend of 61% pinot noir, 25% chardonnay and 14% pinot meunier. Drink now.

/100

Vinous

Stephen Tanzer

Aromas of ripe apple, coriander, ginger, earth and lanolin. Rich, fat, ripe and spicy, with creamy flavors of brioche, cinnamon and butter. Conveys an impression of rather high dosage for Bollinger, but this is partly a function of the wine's ripeness and sheer weight. Ultimately offers a pleasing sugar/acid balance. Finishes quite long and spicy.

/100

Falstaff

Medium golden yellow with silver reflections and very fine, small-grained mousse. Nuances of yellow stone fruit, plums and oranges on the nose, with a hint of brioche, blossom honey and candied zest. Juicy and harmonious on the palate with a core of fine fruit sweetness, lively acid structure and a mineral-lemon finish. A balanced style with good length - more price-performance is difficult to imagine. (L2407403, PM).

/100

Jeb Dunnuck

Audrey Frick

A rich yet youthful golden hue, the NV Champagne Special Cuvée Brut is classic and ripe, with lush, rounded, and complex aromas of golden apricot, hazelnut, wet stone, and black cherry. Made with 45% of the wine coming from the 2019 vintage and 55% reserve wine, it’s full-bodied yet elegant and light on its feet, with a ripe, luxurious feel and just a hint of warmth on the finish. The mousse is refined and rounded. Long on the palate, it’s inviting now but will have plenty of life ahead if stored properly. This exceptional cuvée, with its distinctive personality, remains one of the best entry wines in this house’s range and is a benchmark wine for them.

/100

Wine Enthusiast

W.E.

Rich, complex and quite leesy, it has a mature aroma and texture to it—it's almost thick and doughy. The fruit is in the orange and grapefruit range, with a bit of pear poking through. It's a good idiosyncratic Champagne, but it may not be for everyone, as it definitely has a mature style all its own.

Description

The structure and vibrancy of a Bollinger signature Champagne

The estate

The Bollinger Champagne House, affectionately nicknamed “Boll” in Champagne and “Bolly” in England, has embodied excellence since its founding in 1829 in Aÿ. This historic House, renowned for its meticulous respect for tradition and its relentless pursuit of quality, remains true to its heritage. With practices such as manual riddling of bottles and the use of cork stoppers for reserve magnums, Bollinger perpetuates a unique artisanal savoir-faire.

The vineyard

This House oversees 174 hectares of vineyards, mostly classified as Grand and Premier Crus in Champagne.

Bollinger Special Cuvée: a Champagne of character

Bollinger’s Special Cuvée, inspired by a suggestion from Georges Bollinger’s British agent in 1911, quickly established itself as an exceptional Champagne. Its name, chosen for its subtlety and elegance, reflects the unique character and complexity of this wine. Composed predominantly of Pinot Noir, complemented by Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, Special Cuvée is the result of meticulous work and masterful blending.

Winemaking and aging

The winemaking of Bollinger Special Cuvée is a precise alchemy steeped in tradition. The exclusive use of the cuvée (first pressing) and a moderate dosage between 7 and 8 g/liter allow the purity and finesse of the Champagne to shine. Extended maturation in the cellar underscores Bollinger’s commitment to excellence, revealing a Brut Champagne of remarkable structure and complexity.

Its cellar aging, twice as long as the appellation standards, and the use of reserve wines kept for up to 15 years in magnums, give this Champagne its depth and aromatic richness.

Blend

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier.

Characteristics and tasting advice for Bollinger Special Cuvée

Tasting

Appearance
Special Cuvée offers a bright golden hue, marked by delicate, persistent effervescence.

Nose
Complexity and richness define the nose, revealing aromas of ripe fruit, spices, roasted apples, and compotes.

Palate
On the palate, this Champagne stands out for its structure, length, and vibrancy. It unveils flavors of pear, brioche, spices, and fresh walnuts in perfect harmony.

Serving

The ideal temperature to enjoy Special Cuvée is between 50 and 54°F (10–12°C).

Gourmet pairings with Special Cuvée

Bollinger Special Cuvée pairs beautifully with a wide variety of dishes. Fish such as sushi and sashimi, shellfish like langoustine or grilled lobster, as well as poultry and white meats, all enhance its character. Aged cheeses such as Parmesan and exceptional dry-cured hams also complement this tasting experience.