Bollinger R.D Champagne 2002 - magnum

Bollinger R.D. 2002 in magnum format is a rare, deeply expressive Champagne from one of the vintage’s most celebrated years. ‘R.D.’ stands for Recently Disgorged, meaning the wine spent an exceptionally long time aging on the lees before release, preserving remarkable freshness alongside mature complexity.

Tasting Notes
Pale gold in the glass with a fine, persistent mousse, it opens with layered aromas of dried fruit, toasted brioche, honey, citrus peel, and chalky minerality. The palate is powerful yet precise, combining ripe Pinot Noir richness with Chardonnay lift, a creamy texture, and a long, saline finish. The Extra Brut style keeps everything taut and focused, while the magnum format adds further depth and slow evolution. This is a Champagne with outstanding aging potential, and it will continue to gain nuance for many years. The 2002 vintage is known for its ideal growing conditions, delivering fruit with superb ripeness, balance, and concentration. After extended aging in Bollinger’s historic cellars, the wine shows both maturity and energy in equal measure.

Production
Sourced from selected Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in Champagne, this cuvée is built from 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. The grapes are harvested by hand, then vinified with fermentation in small oak barrels, a hallmark of Bollinger’s style that adds texture, structure, and aromatic complexity. The wine then rests for at least 13 years on the lees before disgorgement, with the magnum format encouraging an even slower, more graceful maturation.

Food & Serving
This is an ideal Champagne for refined dishes such as lobster, scallops, caviar, truffled poultry, or aged hard cheeses. It also pairs beautifully with roasted turbot or delicate mushroom dishes. Serve chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, and consider opening it 20–30 minutes before serving to let the aromas fully unfold. Decanting is usually not necessary, but a brief aeration can be helpful if the wine is still very tight.

Producer
Champagne Bollinger is one of the most respected houses in the region, long admired for its structured, Pinot Noir-driven style and commitment to extended aging. Founded in 1829, the house has built a reputation for precision, depth, and consistency, with R.D. standing among its most iconic cuvées. It is a benchmark producer for collectors and Champagne lovers seeking complexity, longevity, and authenticity.

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