50th B OLLINGER R.D. ANNIVERSARY

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1 50th B OLLINGER R.D. ANNIVERSARY

BOLLINGER R.D. TiM e n R ARiT y n bol dness n MADAME BOLLINGER S GREAT VISION Bollinger R.D. is the absolute proof that our House remains faithful to Madame 50th B ollinger R.

It is the assumed expression of the contrast between great freshness and the development of aromas found in Champagnes

2 BOLLINGER R.D. TiM e n R ARiT y n bol dness n MADAME BOLLINGER S GREAT VISION Bollinger R.D. is the absolute proof that our House remains faithful to Madame 50th B ollinger R.D. ANNIVERSARY Bollinger s work. It is the assumed expression of the contrast between great freshness and the development of aromas found in Champagnes with great ageing potential. Jérôme Philipon President of Champagne Bollinger n V intages n bottles Magnums Jeroboams

MADAME BOLLINGER S n H ist o R y n In 1963, the first bottles of what was to become the legendary Bollinger R.D. appeared on the market.

The intention was to create some competition for the special bottles, in other words Prestige cuvées that other Champagne Houses were putting on the market at the time.

This was a daring move at a time when aged Champagnes were not fashionable, but the House put into practice the strong intuitive belief that the oxidative stress of disgorging would give great

3 MADAME BOLLINGER S n H ist o R y n In 1963, the first bottles of what was to become the legendary Bollinger R.D. appeared on the market. Madame Bollinger decided, in agreement with the House s New York-based agent to release a limited quantity of bottles of Réserve 1947 in the United States. The intention was to create some competition for the special bottles, in other words Prestige cuvées that other Champagne Houses were putting on the market at the time. Madame Bollinger s great idea was to choose an older vintage that was disgorged late and prepared like an Extra Brut. This was a daring move at a time when aged Champagnes were not fashionable, but the House put into practice the strong intuitive belief that the oxidative stress of disgorging would give great freshness to the future Bollinger R.D. In 1967, after much hesitation concerning the final name of the cuvée (Late Disgorged, Late Disgorged Reserve), Bollinger R.D., standing for Recently Disgorged was chosen. Three vintages were launched simultaneously. The 1952 vintage in the British market, the 1953 in the Swiss and French markets and the 1955 in the US and Italian markets. It was this vintage followed by that of 1959 which really gained international renown for Bollinger R.D

GREAT VISION n T im e n An essential factor.

To go beyond the borders of hours and days to discover the

n bol dness n Madame Bollinger s great vision.

4 GREAT VISION n T im e n An essential factor. Time enhances the truly exceptional. To go beyond the borders of hours and days to discover the aromatic complexity of this cuvée as well as the sensory emotions it arouses on the palate. n R ARiT y n A limited reserve of exclusively hand-crafted bottles. Carefully preserved expertise, passed down from generation to generation. Extraordinary luxury and an extraordinary tasting experience. n bol dness n Madame Bollinger s great vision. An innovative and spectacular cuvée in its time, still totally relevant today: the confident contrast of freshness and energy on the palate with the enticing development of the subtle aromas of an older vintage Magnums & Jeroboams Limited edition 350 Jeroboams 2000

5 BOLLINGER R.D TIME, RARITY, BOLDNESS This is the result of Madame Bollinger s great vision: an expert wine with aromas enhanced by its exceptionally long maturation, it will last forever; James Bond s favourite champagne. PRODUCTION Blend of the 2002 vintage: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay. 23 crus: 71% Grands crus, 29% Premiers crus. Only the very best among vintage champagnes become Bollinger R.D.: 2002 is definitely one of the most promising vintages of the last decade. Maturation: a very long maturation, more than three times longer than required by the appellation, for an infinite array of flavours: a true wine alchemy. Dosage: very low: Extra Brut, 3 to 4 grams per liter. SENSATIONS To the eye: golden with subtle highlights. To the nose: aromas of stewed ripe fruit, particularly quince, but also a discreet note of honey. These are followed by roasted notes and cocoa, which give way to flavours of star anise and nutmeg. To the palate: full-bodied attack. Powerful but well-balanced, with persistent flavour. Mineral finish with touches of lemon revealing a pleasing bitterness. PAIRINGS All types of risotto, especially mushrooms or truffle risotto. Venison. Old Comté or Swiss Gruyère. OUR ADVICE Bollinger R.D. will enhance all gourmet cuisine but its aura is such that it creates a special occasion on its own. Offering it as a gift is a sign of a great friendship. In order to fully appreciate its unique style, bouquet and aromas, it is best served between 8 and 10 C, or more. Bollinger R.D. can be enjoyed right away to appreciate the exceptional freshness due to its recent disgorging; you may also choose to let it mature further: its ageing potential is endless. HISTORY R.D. stands for Récemment Dégorgé, Recently Disgorged: Madame Bollinger created this legendary vintage in 1967, giving the world the opportunity to taste a champagne aged on lees for an exceptionally long time. Her great vision? Enabling knowledgeable wine connoisseurs to share a very special moment, when very recently disgorged wine is as fresh and aromatic as ever. It was a small revolution in the world of Champagne... The daring Bollinger R.D. could only become James Bond s favourite champagne. Serve cool and open gently. Contains sulphites. ENJOY RESPONSIBLY.

6 50th B OLLINGER R.D. ANNIVERSARY WOODEN CASE 6 BOTTLES WOODEN BOX 1 MAGNUM WOODEN BOX 1 JEROBOAM PRESTIGE GIFT BOX 1 BOTTLE Crédit photo : Sowine CONTACT Anouk WESTEEL a.westeel@champagne-bollinger.fr Serve cool and open gently. Contains sulphites. ENJOY RESPONSIBLY.

Boizel : Excellence since 1834

Boizel : Excellence since 1834 Founded in 1834 by a Champagne family passionate by the wines of its region, the Boizel House was established in Epernay, heart of the Champagne region. Even before the creation