La Grande Année is Bollinger's reference to the great vintages of Champagne. The base wines, which come exclusively from Grand and Premier Cru locations, are fermented entirely in wooden barrels. They mature under natural cork for at least 6 years, usually longer on the lees. The bottles are then shaken by hand according to the old tradition and disgorged by hand.

Tasting profile:

Appearance: A shimmering golden hue that reflects the maturity of the wine but also Bollinger's production methods.

Bouquet: A fruity, clear and finely iodine-rich aroma. To start with aromas of cherry and lemon in combination with quince and bergamot. Afterwards, notes of hazelnut, almond, mirabelle plum and peach round off the perfectly coordinated aromas of the champagne.

Taste: A fine and intense tingling sensation initially develops on the palate, followed by a pleasant lightness and a balancing fine acidity. Its very fine texture and salty finish ensure a long finish on the palate, rounded off by complex aromas of fruit and citrus. A light wine that unfolds little by little and finally reveals its full potential and intensity.

Food recommendation:

Mediterranean bass, Grenaille potatoes and zucchini flowers. Scampi ravioli, goose liver and fleur de sel. Seared scallops with citrus butter and Kombu Royal.

Enjoyment recommendation:

La Grande Année 2014 is a perfect champagne to accompany fine dishes. To enhance its unique style, its bouquet, its aromas, we recommend that you serve La Grande Année 2014 at a temperature between 8 and 10° C. You can enjoy La Grande Année 2014 now or let it mature in the cellar.

His story:

La Grande Année is the epitome of the savoir-faire that has always been handed down at Bollinger. It matures exclusively in small used oak barrels. Champagne Bollinger has never abandoned this time-honored method because it promotes the development of extremely delicate aromas. After a long period of aging on the lees, each bottle is still shaken and disgorged by hand.