Champagne Bollinger - Champagne - PN AYC 18 Blanc de Noirs - Brut - Blanc

Wine:

The PN AYC 18 Blanc de Noirs Brut Blanc Champagne showcases the Aÿ terroir with 2018 as the base year, complemented by reserve wines dating back to 2009. This is a rich and ample champagne, marked by great vertical tension and the full-bodied depth of Pinot Noir. The finish, with its impressive saline dimension, is truly dazzling. Rated 94/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested. Cru principal d'Aÿ, associated with other villages, Tauxières and Verzenay in particular. Base year: 2018, reserve wines aged in magnum, the oldest dating from 2009, exclusive use of the wine. Maturation in the cellar more than twice as long as the appellation rules, i.e. over 30 months maturation on lees in the cellar.
Dosage: 6 gr/l (Brut).

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, salmon tartar with dill, raw and marinated fish, seafood, pike with beurre blanc, langoustine nage with saffron, roast poultry, veal and a jus réduit.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035, and even longer for enthusiasts.

At the pinnacle of Champagne, Bollinger belongs to the exclusive circle of elite, family-owned houses. Highly prized by connoisseurs, this brand cultivates a unique style that has earned it a stellar reputation.

With fermentations in small oak barrels, reserve wines aged in magnums, and long aging periods for their cuvées, Bollinger employs all the hallmarks of excellence. This meticulous process creates champagnes that are vinous, deep, and subtle, predominantly featuring Pinot Noir.

Awarded 3 stars by the Guide RVF, this iconic house remains a benchmark for gastronomic champagnes. Its cuvées, such as Grande Année, R.D., and now its single-vineyard selections, are highly sought after by top collectors.