Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2014
The eternal taste and soul of Champagne
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- Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2014
Pinot Noir that originates from two unique Grand Cru parcels of land in the grounds of the Maison Bollinger in Aÿ
The embodiment of two preserved plots
Champagne Bollinger’s history. In the ungrafted vines, there is a memory that was almost lost: an extraordinary, moving reminder of our cultural heritage, of the Champagne region before phylloxera. Miraculously, two plots survived this outbreak, Chaudes Terres and Clos Saint-Jacques in Aÿ. Maison Bollinger’s Vieilles Vignes Françaises are made exclusively from these legendary parcels. Both are classified as Grand Cru and are still grown in the old en foule way, using a traditional layering method known as provignage.
When designing the identity for this new Vieilles Vignes Françaises vintage, Champagne Bollinger focused on the authenticity of the two surviving plots. The design of the 2014 vintage is based on the traditional aspects of the cuvée and portrays the Maison’s exceptional historical heritage.
Assembly
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 2014, the different plots of Vieilles Vignes Françaises were harvested on the 11th of September, resulting in a delectable, fresh, vintage cuvée.
Maturation: Cellar aged for twice as long as stipulated by Appellation rules. Aged under natural cork.
Dosage: Moderate, 4g/l.
A Champagne intimately linked to the history of Champagne Bollinger
Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2014
The eternal taste and soul of Champagne
Vieille Vignes Françaises 2014 is an assembly of 100% Grand Cru Pinot Noir, fermented entirely in aged oak barrels. It is composed solely of harvests from the two legendary clos located near to Maison Bollinger in Aÿ, Les Chaudes Terres and Le Clos St Jacques.
Dosage is moderate, 4 grams per litre. 1,865 numbered bottles of Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2014 were produced. Each bottle is numbered and fully dressed by hand.
Sensations
SensationsThe secret outcome from a year of contrasts
Bright yellow gold in colour.
A nose full of white flowers, lime blossom and acacia intermingled with beeswax and honey.
All richness, depth, and freshness, the palate is extremely well balanced and finishes with notes of quince and vine peach, echoing the wine’s aromas.
Recommendations
White caviar
Alba truffles
Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2014 can be served alongside the finest dishes, yet tasting this wine on its own is enough to create an exceptional tasting experience and a momentous occasion for any wine enthusiast. To highlight its unique style, scents, and aromas, we recommend you serve this wine between 10 and 12°C. You can enjoy this wine now, or choose to age it in your cellar.
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Champagne Bollinger obtains
B Corp certification.
Maison Bollinger obtained B Corp 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.