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Bollinger - Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2007
Our advice
Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2007 can be paired with the fnest dishes but can also help create a special occasion on its own; wine connoisseurs will share it thoughtfully, enjoying the opportunity to try its rare unmatched flavours, if only once… To fully appreciate its unique style, bouquet and aromas, it is best to serve Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2007 between 8 and 10°C. You can enjoy Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2007 right away, or choose to age it in your cellar.
Food pairing
White caviar, Alba Truffle
History
In the early 20th century, the vines of Champagne were destroyed by phylloxera. In order to fght the devastating insect, everything had to be replanted using American rootstock. Everything, except two Bollinger plots in Ay classifed as Grand cru which remained untouched: Chaudes Terres and Clos St Jacques. To this day, these two plots are grown the traditional way, following the 'provignage' method, worked by hand and even sometimes with the help of a cart-horse. Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Françaises is a symbol of a bygone era: an extraordinary and moving legacy.
Production
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir Grand cru (Blanc de Noirs).
Exclusive use of the cuvee. Fermented entirely in barrels.
At Bollinger, only the highest quality harvests become a vintage: in 2007, the harvest dates were among the earliest in over a century in the Champagne region.
The Vieilles Vignes Françaises were harvested on 31 August and produced a superb Pinot Noir.
Maturation: Cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the appellation.
Sealed with a natural cork whilst ageing.
Dosage: Low, 8 grams per liter.
Exclusive use of the cuvee. Fermented entirely in barrels.
At Bollinger, only the highest quality harvests become a vintage: in 2007, the harvest dates were among the earliest in over a century in the Champagne region.
The Vieilles Vignes Françaises were harvested on 31 August and produced a superb Pinot Noir.
Maturation: Cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the appellation.
Sealed with a natural cork whilst ageing.
Dosage: Low, 8 grams per liter.
Sensations
To the eye: A deep golden colour
To the nose: A wonderful aromatic complexity. Initial floral notes of lime blossom and chamomile, developing into notes of truffle and acacia honey.
To the palate: Impressive intensity, opulence and balance. Aromas of candied lemon, tarte tatin and gingerbread. Exceptional persistence, fnishing on sweet spices evocative of cinnamon.
To the nose: A wonderful aromatic complexity. Initial floral notes of lime blossom and chamomile, developing into notes of truffle and acacia honey.
To the palate: Impressive intensity, opulence and balance. Aromas of candied lemon, tarte tatin and gingerbread. Exceptional persistence, fnishing on sweet spices evocative of cinnamon.
