2007 Bollinger La Grande Annee ROSÉ Champagne

Richard Juhlin 95pts “Given the house’s connection to Bond, 007 sounds like a brilliant Bollinger vintage. Normally, I’m not so fond of the vintage’s correct, but somewhat neutral character. I remember that major investments were made by the house at this time and the results are excellent. In my world, this is one of the most surprising vintages from the small boutique house in Aÿ. From the start, this rosé reminds us of the great vintages in the 80’s, when the house style was more nutty and smoky than later years, somewhat easier and peachy creations. Tasted next to a Vieilles Vignes Francaises of extra-terrestrial eminence from the same year, the wine stood well with a huge poise and power in a rich burgundy style. The aromas are dominated by dried roses, blood orange, forest mushroom, leather and hazelnut cream.”  (2018)
 
*Richard Juhlin, world renowned Champagne expert and author