
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€57,00/pcs.
Why shop with us?
Bollinger Special Cuvée is one of Champagne’s most iconic non-vintage cuvées, known for its depth, richness, and unmistakably Pinot-driven style. Crafted with reserve wines and traditional methods, it reflects the house’s long-standing reputation for powerful, characterful Champagne.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, Special Cuvée shows a fine, persistent mousse and a bright golden hue with subtle green reflections. The nose is layered and inviting, with aromas of ripe orchard fruit, citrus peel, toasted brioche, hazelnut, and a gentle hint of spice.
On the palate, it is broad and structured, combining Pinot Noir richness with Chardonnay freshness and Pinot Meunier roundness. Expect notes of baked apple, pear, almond, and chalky mineral tension, finishing long and elegant. It has the concentration to develop further with short-term cellaring, though it is already drinking beautifully now.
Production
Produced in Champagne, France, Special Cuvée is built from a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, and Pinot Noir sourced from selected vineyard parcels, with a significant proportion of reserve wines to maintain house style and consistency. The grapes are harvested by hand and vinified with care to preserve freshness, complexity, and texture, resulting in a Champagne that balances maturity with energy.
Food & Serving
This Champagne is an excellent match for oysters, caviar, roast chicken, smoked salmon, truffle dishes, and aged hard cheeses. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C for the best expression of its aromas and texture; decanting is not recommended, but allowing it to breathe briefly in the glass can help open up the more complex notes.
Producer
Bollinger is one of the great historic houses of Champagne, founded in 1829 and renowned for its full-bodied, vinous style. Based in Aÿ, the house has become a benchmark for quality and consistency, with Special Cuvée standing as its signature expression and a symbol of Bollinger’s long tradition of craftsmanship and excellence.
| Type | Champagne |
| Producer | Louis Roederer |
| Vintage | NV |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Grape | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol | 12.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing | Aperitif, Fish, Poultry |
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