Champagne Bollinger PN AYC 18 2018

Established in 1829, Bollinger remains an icon in Champagne. It’s long championed Pinot Noir, the grape that forms the backbone of this great House. The PN series makes wines from 100% Pinot Noir, showcasing a terroir’s expression of the grape variety. Previous editions have used fruit from the Verzenay Cru, but this recently released, fourth edition - AYC - is dominated by Pinot Noir from the Aÿ 1er Cru. Most of the grapes are from 2018, with 47% of the blend made up of Bollinger’s reserve wines, some dating back to 2009. Once blended, the wine is aged on lees for 4 years. Bright and seductive with an expressive bouquet of orchard fruits, quince, lemon and creamy marzipan; rich, complex and long. Drink now, even better cellared.