NV Bollinger - Champagne Brut Special Cuvee

One of the world's most iconic and beloved Champagnes — and the gold standard by which all non-vintage Champagne is judged. The name itself tells the story: in 1911, Bollinger's British agent refused to call it merely "brut sans année," insisting that "Special Cuvée" — written the English way — was the only name befitting a Champagne of such subtlety. Over a century later it remains the house's most emblematic expression. Wine Spectator called it a vibrant, graceful Champagne of fine definition and integration — a mouthwatering frame of acidity enmeshed with ripe black cherry, boysenberry, blood orange granita, candied ginger, and chopped almond, with a long, well-spiced chalky finish. 

A blend of 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 15% Meunier from over 85% Grand and Premier Cru sites, cellar-aged for more than twice the time required by appellation regulations, with over 50% reserve wines — part of which have been aged in magnums for five to fifteen years — an extraordinary depth of complexity for a non-vintage Champagne. Rich, deep, and medium to full-bodied with notes of lemon curd, crème brûlée, caramelized stone fruits, and hints of toasty nuttiness — a big, rich Champagne that stays beautifully balanced and pure. Simply one of the greatest Champagnes money can buy at any price.