Champagne Bollinger - Champagne - PN AYC 18 Blanc de Noirs - Brut - Blanc

Wine:

The PN AYC 18 Blanc de Noirs Brut White showcases the terroir of Aÿ, with 2018 as its base vintage, complemented by reserve wines dating back to 2009. This is a rich, expansive Champagne, driven by vibrant tension and the full-bodied depth of Pinot Noir. The finish is dazzling, marked by impressive salinity and length. Rated 94/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested. Cru principal d'Aÿ, associated with other villages, Tauxières and Verzenay in particular. Base year: 2018, reserve wines aged in magnum, the oldest dating from 2009, exclusive use of the wine. Maturation in the cellar more than twice as long as the appellation rules, i.e. over 30 months maturation on lees in the cellar.
Dosage: 6 gr/l (Brut).

Temperature:

Serve between 8 and 10°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, salmon tartar with dill, raw and marinated fish, seafood, pike with beurre blanc, langoustine nage with saffron, roast poultry, veal and a jus réduit.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035, and even longer for enthusiasts.

At the pinnacle of Champagne, Bollinger is part of the exclusive circle of elite houses that have remained family-owned. Highly sought after by enthusiasts, it has built its reputation on a distinctive style that sets it apart.

From fermentation in small oak barrels to ageing reserve wines in magnums and extended maturation of its cuvées, Bollinger upholds every hallmark of excellence. The result? Rich, complex, and refined Champagnes, driven by Pinot Noir and crafted with unmistakable depth.

A three-star estate in the French wine guide RVF, this iconic Champagne House remains a benchmark for gastronomic Champagne. Its legendary cuvées—Grande Année, R.D., and now its single-vineyard releases—are among the most coveted by collectors worldwide.