{"product_id":"champagne-la-grande-annee-2015-bollinger","title":"Champagne \"La Grande Année\" 2015 Bollinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Grande Année is the very embodiment of an exceptional and timeless Champagne. Artisanal savoir-faire is at the heart of its production. One of these artisanal techniques is vinification, which takes place in oak barrels approximately 20 years old. This helps the wine develop complex aromas and, thanks to micro-oxygenation, gives it extraordinary aging potential. At Bollinger, the 2015 vintage is a Champagne of great structure and complexity, the perfect expression of the terroir and Bollinger's mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e:  Bollinger's Grande Année 2015 is a refined expression of eleven select vintages, where Pinot Noir (60%) from Verzenay, Aÿ, and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ blends harmoniously with Chardonnay (40%) from Chouilly and Avize. Fermentation takes place entirely in oak barrels, followed by extended aging under cork, far exceeding the specifications. The dosage, deliberately limited to 8 grams per liter, enhances the wine's complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e:  Visual appearance: the wine has an intense golden yellow color, a sign of its maturity and the care taken in winemaking.\u003cbr\u003eAroma: On the nose, it opens with notes of yellow-fleshed fruit such as peach and plum, enriched with a touch of honey. Subsequently, aromas of ripe red fruits emerge, including blackberry, currant, and cherry, with a hint of almond. Upon oxygenation, exotic notes of mango and tertiary hints of vanilla and wood are revealed.\u003cbr\u003eTaste: On the palate, the wine is enveloping and rich, with an intensity reminiscent of plum jam. The finish is lingering, with notes of chocolate and citrus, balanced by a light minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e:  2015 was an exceptional vintage, with a perfect balance of sun and rain, masterfully managed by Bollinger. The harvest, which began on September 4th, produced superior-quality grapes, characterized by small, concentrated berries, excellent ripeness and acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical data sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSIZE\u003c\/b\u003e:  0.75 litre bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eORIGIN\u003c\/b\u003e:  France.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGRAPES\u003c\/b\u003e:  60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGRADATION\u003c\/b\u003e:  12% vol.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSERVING TEMPERATURE:\u003c\/b\u003e Temperature between 8\/10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTORAGE METHOD\u003c\/b\u003e:  In a cool place away from sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCER\u003c\/b\u003e:  Champagne Bollinger - Aÿ, France.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSPECIFIC NOTES\u003c\/b\u003e:  Contains sulphites.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eHistory of Bollinger Champagne\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe story begins with Athanase de Villermont, the youngest son of a noble family with a brilliant destiny. A great soldier who shone during the American War of Independence, he inherited a vast estate in the Aÿ area from his family. He immediately recognized the extraordinary potential of Champagne wines, but as an aristocrat, he was forbidden from engaging in trade. He then met Joseph Bollinger, a well-traveled German who had left his home country to learn about the Champagne wine trade, and Paul Renaudin, a local man fascinated by the world of wine. The Renaudin-Bollinger company \u0026amp; Cie was founded on February 6, 1829. Giuseppe handled sales and Paolo the cellar. Athanase had founded a Champagne house that would endure for centuries. Joseph Bollinger married Louise-Charlotte, Athanase's daughter, in 1837. Over time, their sons, Joseph and then Georges, took over the business. From the phylloxera crisis to the turmoil of the Great War, they would face some of the House's greatest challenges.Under the guidance of the two brothers, Bollinger nevertheless achieved great renown and significantly expanded its vineyards. In 1920, Jacques Bollinger, son of Georges, found himself at the helm of the House: a heavy burden for a 24-year-old. He faced the challenge courageously, aided by his cousins ​​Pierre and then Yves Moret de Rocheprise; for Bollinger's strength also lay in its powerful family ties. Sophisticated, cultured, and fluent in English, Jacques increased Bollinger's prominence across the Channel. When Scotswoman Elizabeth Bollinger (née Law de Lauriston-Boubers) married Jacques in 1923, she too would become passionately invested in the House's fate. She was only 42 when she lost her husband at the height of the war. Without hesitation and with great dignity, she stepped in to take up the mantle. \u0026quot;Madame Jacques,\u0026quot; as she was known within the House, threw herself wholeheartedly into her new role. During her numerous travels abroad, her natural grace and charm worked wonders. Cheerful and witty, Madame Bollinger was also a formidable strategist. A fearless entrepreneur, she was also a perfectionist and tolerated nothing short of excellence. She was always ready to innovate and was the driving force behind the highly original Bollinger RD cuvée. With her customary good sense, Madame Bollinger gathered around her the family members who best knew how to follow in her footsteps. First, she taught Claude d'Hautefeuille, her niece's husband, the ins and outs of the house. In 1950, he became Director and launched an ambitious modernization program that met Bollinger's quality standards. Madame Bollinger appointed him President in 1971, but she remained closely involved until her death six years later. Madame Bollinger's nephew, Christian Bizot, took over from Claude in 1978. A well-traveled man, like his aunt Lily before him, he made a point of meeting sommeliers, restaurateurs, and wine merchants to promote the House's wines. A great president, he was known for his frankness and informality. In 1994, the great-nephew of founder Joseph Bollinger became head of the House. After beginning his career in Chile, Ghislain de Montgolfier continued to develop the House, with the pursuit of excellence as his guiding light. He continues to maintain a policy of voluntarily limiting production quantities to increase quality, while remaining true to the Bollinger spirit. A tireless worker, Ghislain has a great sense of humor and combines scientific rigor with a passion for success. In 2007, his technical expertise led him to be elected head of the Council of the Union des Maisons de Champagne and co-president of the Comité interprofessionnel du vin de Champagne. In 2008, a new, non-family member was appointed as President. This was Jérôme Philipon, a Champagne native who has built an impressive career with major industrial groups. This marked the first time in Bollinger's history that its future was entrusted to someone outside the family. Together with the family, Jérôme Philipon continued to develop Bollinger Champagne and ensure its principles and values ​​were respected. In 2017, Charles-Armand de Belenet became CEO of Champagne Bollinger. Under his leadership, Bollinger continues to preserve its artisanal tradition while incorporating the best of innovative technologies, pursuing a future of commercial development and quality for the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bollinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51483258585419,"sku":"VIN01892","price":255.1,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6616\/2598\/files\/VIN01892_ChampagneLaGrandeAnnee2015Bollinger.png?v=1742483343","url":"https:\/\/cosidilposto.com\/en\/products\/champagne-la-grande-annee-2015-bollinger","provider":"Cose del Posto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}