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Hedonism Wines
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Description

Bollinger’s incredibly scarce 100% Pinot Noir sourced from two very small Grand Cru plots of ungrafted vines in Aÿ. The 1992 is rich with honeyed apricot, sandalwood and tea aromas. Still showing freshness and vitality, the palate is perfectly integrated and mellow.

About this wine

The 1997 Vieilles Vignes Francaises is an exceptional Champagne from Bollinger, known for its rarity and intricate layers of flavor. Produced from old, ungrafted Pinot Noir vines that have survived phylloxera, it represents a link to the pre-phylloxera era of Champagne. With limited production, this cuvée is sought after by collectors and connoisseurs alike, offering an unparalleled tasting experience. The 1997 vintage exhibits a refined complexity, with rich notes of brioche, dried fruits, and a hint of spice complemented by a vibrant acidity and a lasting finish.

Vieilles Vignes Francaises

Vieilles Vignes Francaises is an exceptional cuvée from Champagne Bollinger, produced in extremely limited quantities from ungrafted Pinot Noir vines surviving from before the phylloxera pandemic. This cuvée showcases the depth and complexity attainable from these old vines, offering an extraordinary experience of Champagne.

Bollinger

Champagne Bollinger is a prestigious Champagne house, family-owned and -operated, renowned for its rich, complex and sophisticated Champagnes, made from Pinot Noir predominantly. It was founded in 1829, in Aÿ, at the heart of the Champagne region.