{"product_id":"bollinger-grande-annee-bollinger-2018","title":"Bollinger Grande Année Bollinger, 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eBollinger Grande Année 2018 is one of the house’s most prestigious vintage Champagnes, crafted only in exceptional years and known for its depth, structure, and unmistakably refined style. It reflects Bollinger’s signature blend of power and elegance, with the concentration and complexity that have made Grande Année a benchmark among luxury Champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine typically shows a golden hue with a fine, persistent mousse. Aromatically, it opens with layers of ripe orchard fruit, citrus zest, toasted brioche, hazelnut, and subtle spice, backed by a distinct mineral freshness.\n\nOn the palate, it is generous and layered, balancing creamy texture with vibrant acidity and chalk-driven precision. The finish is long and poised, with impressive depth and a style built for graceful evolution over time. This is a Champagne with excellent aging potential, gaining nuance and complexity over many years in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBollinger sources fruit from carefully selected Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, with a strong focus on Pinot Noir to build structure and richness. Fermentation is traditionally carried out in small oak barrels, which adds texture and complexity while preserving the wine’s sense of place. The result is a vintage Champagne shaped by meticulous selection, patience, and Bollinger’s hallmark commitment to depth and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest enjoyed with refined dishes such as lobster, scallops, roast poultry, truffle risotto, or aged hard cheeses. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C, and decanting is not usually necessary, though a short rest in the glass can help the wine open up further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBollinger is one of Champagne’s most respected historic houses, founded in 1829 in Aÿ and celebrated for its powerful, Pinot Noir-driven style. The estate has built a global reputation for producing some of the region’s most consistent and expressive Champagnes, including its iconic Special Cuvée and exceptional vintage wines like Grande Année.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bollinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252655182161,"sku":"MS-83111","price":150.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/83111.png?v=1783445681","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/bollinger-grande-annee-bollinger-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}