Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2012
A timeless classic, the taste and soul of Champagne
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- Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2012
A Pinot Noir from two unique parcels situated close to the Maison in Aÿ Ungrafted vines cultivated and worked entirely by hand
The embodiment of two plots that miraculously survived phylloxera
The Vieilles Vignes Françaises are intimately linked to the history of Champagne Bollinger. Ungrafted, they carry a memory that has almost disappeared: an extraordinary and moving heritage memory, that of pre-phylloxera Champagne. Les Chaudes Terres and Clos St Jacques in Aÿ constitute the legendary plots of Vieilles Vignes Françaises of Maison Bollinger. For this vintage of Vieilles Vignes Françaises, Champagne Bollinger reconnects with the authenticity embodied by these two clos. The packaging of the 2012 vintage, inspired by the historical codes of the vintage, transcribes the exceptional historical heritage of the House.
Blending
The eternal taste and soul of Champagne
Blend: 100 % Grand Cru Pinot Noir
Made exclusively from the cuvée.
100% barrel fermentation. Only the finest harvests are used to create vintage wines at Bollinger. In 2012, the parcels of Vieilles Vignes Françaises were harvested on the 13th of September 2012, revealing a generous and complex vintage.
Maturation: Cellar aged for twice as long as stipulated by Appellation rules. Aged under natural cork.
Dosage: Moderate, 6g/L.
A timeless classic, the taste and soul of Champagne
Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2012
The eternal taste and soul of Champagne.
The Vieilles Vignes Françaises are intimately linked to the history of Champagne Bollinger. Ungrafted, they preserve an almost forgotten memory and act as an extraordinary and moving symbol of our heritage: Champagne before phylloxera. Chaudes Terres and Clos St Jacques, located in Aÿ, are the legendary parcels that constitute Bollinger’s Vieilles Vignes Françaises.These two miraculous clos (walled vineyards), classified Grands Crus, are planted «en foule» and cultivated using a traditional method called «provignage» or «layering». 2193 bottles of Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2012 were produced and numbered.
Sensations
SensationsA bouncing wine year
Intense golden yellow in colour
A very rich and complex palette of aromas blending toasty notes with ginger, almonds, and hazelnuts. Scents of candied pear, stewed apricots and subtle touches of dark chocolate complete this palette. Once it has had time to breathe, wafts of gingerbread round off the tempting nose.
Rounded and very powerful. The mid-palate reveals white stone fruits and yellow fruits, followed by toasty aromas. Candied lemon zest and ginger bring exquisite freshness to this generous ensemble. The finish is beautifully long and elegant – an exceptional wine!
Recommendations
Almas caviar.
Piedmont white truffle.
Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2012 can be paired with the most precious ingredients, yet tasting this wine on its own is enough to create an exceptional experience and represents a momentous occasion for wine enthusiasts. To highlight the wine’s unique style, bouquet and aromas, we suggest serving it at 10 and 12°C. You can enjoy now or leave in the cellar for further ageing.
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Champagne Bollinger obtains
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Maison Bollinger obtained B CorpTM certification, an international certification which represents high standards in terms of social, societal, and environmental performance and it allows us to join a community of businesses who are committed to the ambitious development of these values., Maison Bollinger maintains its ongoing commitment to People, to the Land, and to its Roots as well as our continued efforts towards further progress.