
Sparkling wine
Bollinger, La Grande Année 2012
RRP £115
On the elegant nose, this wine’s fine, cool fruitiness is at the fore, with lovely spicy, oaky and nutty notes in support. Lemony fruitiness with yellow apple and ripe apricot emerge in the glass. On the palate the key word is balance – this is a very complete Champagne with freshness, intensity, refined tension and chalky salinity all in perfect harmony. 8g/l dosage is spot on. Still young but has the building blocks of longevity.
Score
Wine Details
Colour
White
Wine Style
Sparkling
Alcohol
12%
Bottle size
75cl
Drink dates
2020 - 2035
Origin
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Sub-region
Champagne AOP
Tasting Information
Blind
No
Tasted by
Essi Avellan MW