Bollinger Special Cuvee NV Champagne
Product Information
Country France
Region Champagne
Grape Variety 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, 15% Meunier
ABV 12%
Bollinger Special Cuvée – Premium Non-Vintage Brut Champagne
Experience the craftsmanship of over a century with Bollinger’s Special Cuvée Champagne, a luxurious blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier. This iconic non-vintage French sparkling wine is crafted using a high proportion of reserve wines aged over 15 years in magnums, offering unmatched depth and complexity.
Originally named in 1911 by Bollinger’s British agent, the term “Special Cuvée” reflects a refined Champagne that surpasses the standard "Brut Sans Année" label, representing elegance, tradition, and expert winemaking.
Tasting Notes
• Colour: Radiant golden hue with an exceptionally fine mousse
• Aroma: Rich and complex nose with aromas of ripe fruits, roasted apples, and subtle spices
• Palate: Flavours of apple compote, peaches, and hints of brioche. A lingering finish of toasted walnuts rounds out this complex yet fresh Champagne.
Food Pairing Suggestions
Enjoy Bollinger Special Cuvée as a luxurious aperitif Champagne, or pair it with:
• Sushi, sashimi, grilled lobster, and prawn dishes
• Roast chicken, white meats, and gourmet cured hams.
• Aged cheeses, including Parmesan and Comté
Serving & Cellaring
• Ideal Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
• Perfect for immediate enjoyment or cellaring for further aging.
• Made from over 300 crus including 85% Grand and Premier Cru vineyards.
• 15% oak barrel fermentation adds extra depth and roundness.
Expert Rating
"Its complexity and richness are unparalleled among entry-level Champagnes. The dynamic freshness sets it apart, one of the most affordable Champagne benchmarks."
– Tyson Stelzer, Decanter | 96 Points.
Discover the Legacy of Champagne Bollinger – Luxury French Champagne Since 1829
Founded in 1829 in the prestigious village of Aÿ in the heart of France’s Champagne region, Champagne Bollinger remains one of the few family-owned Champagne Houses still operating today. For nearly two centuries, Bollinger has been synonymous with excellence, tradition, and unmistakable character.
Renowned for producing luxury Pinot Noir Champagne with complexity and depth, Bollinger wines are crafted using time-honoured methods, aged in oak barrels, incorporating reserve magnums, and championing sustainable viticulture. The house owns 178 hectares of vineyards, 85% of which are Grand and Premier Cru plots, allowing Bollinger to grow the majority of its own grapes, an exceptional feat in Champagne.
Bollinger’s signature style is rich, refined, and full-bodied, defined by its high Pinot Noir content and meticulous blending techniques. Two historic vineyard plots, Clos Saint-Jacques and Chaudes Terres, are still cultivated using pre-phylloxera vines to produce the rare Vieilles Vignes Françaises Champagne.
Sustainability lies at the heart of Bollinger’s philosophy. It was the first Champagne House to receive the Haute Valeur Environnementale certification, a testament to its dedication to environmentally responsible winemaking.
Internationally recognised, Champagne Bollinger has held the Royal Warrant of the British Court since 1884 and continues its celebrated partnership as the official James Bond Champagne. The house also supports the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize and is proud to be the official Champagne of England Rugby.
Whether you are marking a special occasion or seeking a timeless vintage for your collection, Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée and other expressions deliver uncompromising quality and French elegance in every glass.
