Red berries, hints of red currant, cherry and wild strawberry with a spicy touch, not unlike Special Cuvée. A subtle combination of structure, length and vivacity, with a tannic finish due to the adjunction of red wine; bubbles as fine as velvet ; flavours of wild berries.

Bollinger Special Cuvée is unquestionably one of the finest of all French champagnes, the Bollinger style is distinctive for its full-bodied toasty character derived from a high proportion of Pinot Noir and the inclusion of base wine that has been matured in oak.

Pinot Noir is the pillar of the Champagne Bollinger style, and the House has forged its reputation by showcasing this variety. The PN cuvée aims to prolong the heritage and the legendary style Bollinger is renowned for. Each year will see a new addition to the PN collection, exploring the House’s various terroirs in a different way. PN TX17 is a wine to be enjoyed by enthusiasts interested in the expression of Pinot Noir from across the Champagne region. To fully appreciate its unique style and aromas, PN TX17 is best served between 8 and 10°C. You can enjoy this wine now or leave it in the cellar to develop further. Bollinger PN TX17 has the colour of delicate golden hues. The nose has notes of dried flowers, joined by aromas of tobacco and mocha. Liquorice and dried fruit round off these sophisticated, subtle and complex aromas. A very fruity, lively palate with notes of cooked apricot, peach and exotic fruit, followed by flavours of acacia honey, fresh walnut and spices. A wonderful salinity complements the acidity of the wine. It finishes on red fruit, crème de cassis and surprising notes of citrus zest. A lively, linear wine with great clarity and in contrast with the nose.

Bollinger PN AYC18 Champagne NV The Bollinger PN AYC18 Champagne, the fourth edition of the PN concept, is 100% Pinot Noir (Blanc de Noirs). The principal cru is Aÿ blended with other villages predominantly Tauxières and Verzenay. The base year of the wine is 2018, a warmer year giving this wine its roundness, hence a moderate dosage (6 grams). The oldest vintage in the blend is 2009, an exceptional vintage and much of these reserves are drawn from the maison’s famed magnums. The wine itself shimmers gold, quince, honey and marzipan with lively blood orange zest and hints of sweet spice. A sip reveals a planar wine, serious, structured and rich, even generous in preserved lemons thread with freshness.