Sparkling Wines

"The 2014 La Grande Année is stunning. In fact, it is one of the best recent editions I can remember tasting. What comes through most is the wine’s sizzling energy and tension, qualities that aren’t often associated with Bollinger, where the Champagnes tend to show more breadth and volume. In 2014, readers will find a Grande Année built on linear intensity and drive. The 2014 is a blend...

REGION: Champagne VARIETY: 100% Chardonnay APPELLATION: Coteaux champenois VINEYARDED HECTARE: SOIL: deep chalk with clay and marl AVERAGE AGE OF VINEYARDS: 50 years VINEYARDING: lutte raisonnée, recoltant-manipulant HARVEST: Manual WINE-MAKING: Pressing followed by decanting for 24 hours, alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in oak barrels AGING: In barrels for 18 months CLARIFICATION:...

This cuvée, made from a base of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes is asseblated to reserve wines made by the Solera method. It continues its aging for a minimum of 3 years. The result is a fresh, fruity, elegant and generous champagne.