{"product_id":"bollinger-special-cuvee-nv","title":"Bollinger Special Cuvée NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eChampagne Bollinger, founded in 1829 in Aÿ, is one of the few remaining family-owned and independent Champagne houses. Renowned for its Pinot Noir-driven style and commitment to craftsmanship, Bollinger still ages reserve wines in magnums under cork and ferments a significant proportion of its wines in oak barrels. Special Cuvée is the flagship of the house, embodying its tradition of richness, depth, and structure in a non-vintage blend first named “Special Cuvée” in 1911.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe wine is crafted by Bollinger’s cellar master and blending team, who select from multiple crus and integrate reserve magnums aged 5–15 years. The philosophy emphasizes balance between power and elegance, with 30 % vinified in old oak barrels and extensive use of reserve wines to ensure consistency and depth across releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOver 85 % of the grapes used come from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, primarily in the Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne. Pinot Noir dominates, bringing structure and body, while Chardonnay contributes finesse and Meunier adds fruitiness. The cool continental Champagne climate with chalky soils provides freshness and minerality essential to the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe blend includes roughly 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 15% Meunier. About 30% of the base wines are fermented in old oak barrels. Reserve wines (around 50%)—kept in magnums under cork for up to 15 years—add layers of maturity. After blending, the cuvée ages on its lees for 30–36 months, with dosage set at ~7–8 g\/L, classifying it as Brut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGolden in color with a fine, persistent mousse. Aromas of ripe apple, pear, brioche, roasted nuts, and subtle spice. The palate is full and complex, with flavors of stone fruit, citrus, honey, and toasted bread balanced by a saline minerality. Creamy texture and lively acidity lead into a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with shellfish (lobster, scallops, crab), sushi, roast chicken, white meats with mushroom sauces, and aged cheeses. Its richness allows it to complement both refined seafood dishes and more savory, earthy fare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe chilled at \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8–10 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a tulip-shaped Champagne glass to showcase both mousse and aromatic depth. No decanting is required; allow it to open briefly in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThough designed for immediate enjoyment, Special Cuvée can age gracefully for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8–12 years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e under proper cellaring (12–14 °C, dark, humid), developing additional notes of hazelnut, honey, and brioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e60% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e25% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e15% Meunier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTyson Stelzer: 96\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWine Spectator: 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJames Suckling: 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJeb Dunnuck: 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBurghound (Allen Meadows): 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922276073686,"sku":null,"price":469.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/BollingerSpecialCuveeNV.png?v=1773668114","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/bollinger-special-cuvee-nv","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}