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Bollinger, James Bond 007 Limited Edition Millesime 2011
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Description
Champagne Bollinger is a renowned winery located in the Champagne region of France. Established in 1829, it is known for producing high-quality Champagne using traditional methods. The winery has a long history of excellence and is famous for its distinctive style characterized by rich, complex flavors and a deep, toasty profile. Bollinger is one of the few Champagne houses to still use oak barrels for fermentation, adding to the unique character of their wines. James Bond 007 Limited Edition Millésime is a special Champagne crafted by Champagne Bollinger in collaboration with the iconic James Bond film franchise. This exclusive release celebrates the partnership between Bollinger and the legendary spy character, James Bond. The Millésime, or vintage Champagne, is made from high-quality grapes from a specific harvest year, offering a unique and refined taste profile. With a nod to sophistication and elegance, this limited edition Champagne is adorned with the 007 logo and design elements inspired by the world of James Bond. It is a collector's item that embodies the essence of luxury and style.
About the Producer
Established in the commune of Aÿ-Champagne in 1829, the House of Bollinger is home to an impressive legacy of winemaking excellence, achieved through the polished precision of a finely tuned timepiece. Today, the Bollinger Champagne House reigns over 440 acres dedicated to the vine in the Champagne region of northern France, of which an impressive 85% is classified Grand Cru or Premier Cru. The vineyards are spread out over 7 main communes. Pinot Noir is planted in Ay (the headquarters of the House), as well as Avenay, Verzenay, Louvois and Tauxieres. Meanwhile, the House’s Chardonnay comes from Cuis, while Pinot Meunier is planted in Champvoisy. A complex and powerful grape, Pinot Noir represents 60% of the total plantings, which corresponds to the exact proportion of this grape variety in the blend of the House’s signature Special Cuvee. The two crown gems of the House are its twin plots, the Clos Saint-Jacques and Chaudes Terres, where ungrafted pre-phylloxera vines are tended to by hand, their fruit used to produce the very exclusive and rare Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises cuvee.
