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Champagne Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2009 Bollinger
Champagne Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2009 Bollinger
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Champagne Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2009 Bollinger

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At the beginning of the 20th century, Champagne vines were destroyed by phylloxera. To combat the devastating insect, all the vines in Champagne had to be replanted using American rootstock. Everything, except two Bollinger textures in Aÿ classified as Grand cru that have remained intact: Chaudes Terres and Clos St Jacques. To date, these two plots have grown in the traditional way, worked by hand and sometimes even with the help of a horse. Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Françaises is the symbol of a bygone era: an extraordinary and moving legacy. They were produced in total 2,420 bottles numbered of the 2009 vintage Vieilles Vignes Françaises.

  • Tasting : At sight it shows a seductive deep gold color, the nose is very intense, with hints of quince, sweet notes of honey, dried apricots and hints of candied fruit ending with an aroma of toasted grilled bread. On the palate there is a sensation of creamy contour with an effervescence that fades into the wine, ending with a salty mineral finish.
  • Pairings : White Caviar, Alba Truffle. Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2009 can be paired with the best dishes, but it can also help create a special occasion on its own; as a meditation wine, enjoying the opportunity to try its rare and unparalleled flavors.

Data sheet

SIZE: Bottles of 0.75 L.

ORIGIN: France.

VINES: 100% Pinot Noir.

GRADATION: 12% vol.

SERVICE TEMPERATURE: Temperature between 8 / 10C..

METHOD OF STORAGE: in a cool place away from sunlight.

PRODUCER: Champagne Bollinger - Ay, Aÿ-Champagne, France.

SPECIFIC NOTES: Contains sulfites.

Bollinger Champagne History

The story begins with Athanase de Villermont, the youngest son of a noble family with a brilliant destiny. A great soldier who shone during the American War of Independence, he inherited a large property in the Aÿ area from his family. He immediately understood the extraordinary potential of Champagne wines, but as an aristocrat he was forbidden to devote himself to trade. He then met Joseph Bollinger, a well-traveled German who had left his home country to learn about the Champagne wine trade, and Paul Renaudin, a local man who was fascinated by the world of wine. The Renaudin-Bollinger & Cie company was founded on February 6, 1829. Giuseppe is in charge of sales and Paolo is in charge of the winery. Athanase had founded a champagne house that would last for centuries. Joseph Bollinger married Louise-Charlotte, daughter of Athanase, in 1837. In time their children, Joseph and later Georges, took over the business. From the phylloxera crisis to the turmoil of the Great War, they would have faced some of the House's greatest challenges. Under the guidance of the two Bollinger brothers, however, he acquired great notoriety and considerably expanded his vineyards. In 1920 Jacques Bollinger, Georges' son, found himself at the helm of the House: a heavy burden for a 24-year-old. He faced the challenge with courage, helped by his cousins Pierre and later Yves Moret de Rocheprise; as Bollinger's strength also lies in his powerful family ties. Sophisticated, cultured and fluent in English, Jacques increased Bollinger's importance across the English Channel. When the Scottish Elizabeth Bollinger (née Law de Lauriston-Boubers) married Jacques in 1923, she too would be passionately involved in the fate of the Maison. She was only 42 when she lost her husband at the height of the war. Without hesitation and with great dignity she stepped in to take the baton. "Madame Jacques", as she was nicknamed inside the House, threw herself body and soul into her new role. During his many travels abroad his natural grace and charm worked miracles. Cheerful and witty, Madame Bollinger was nevertheless a formidable strategist. A fearless entrepreneur, she was also very perfectionist and tolerated nothing short of excellence, she was always ready to innovate and was the driving force behind the very original Bollinger RD cuvée. With her customary common sense, Madame Bollinger gathered around her the family members who best followed in her footsteps. She first taught Claude d'Hautefeuille, her niece's husband, the details of the house. In 1950 he became Director and launched an ambitious modernization program in compliance with Bollinger's quality requirements. Madame Bollinger appointed him President in 1971, but remained closely involved until his death six years later. Madame Bollinger's nephew, Christian Bizot, took over from Claude in 1978. A great traveler, as before him his aunt Lily made a meeting point with sommeliers, restaurateurs and wine merchants to promote the wines of the Maison. A great president, he was known for his straightforwardness and informality. In 1994 it was the great-grandson of the founder Joseph Bollinger who became head of the House. After starting his career in Chile, Ghislain de Montgolfier continued to develop the Maison with the pursuit of excellence as a guiding light. It continues to maintain a policy of voluntarily limiting the quantities produced to increase quality, while remaining true to the Bollinger spirit. A tireless worker, Ghislain has a great sense of humor and combines scientific rigor with an enthusiasm for success. In 2007 his technical expertise led him to be elected head of the Council of the Union des Maisons de Champagne and co-president of the Comité interprofessionnel du vin de Champagne. In 2008, a new, unfamiliar President was appointed. This was Jérôme Philipon, a native Champagne who built an impressive career with large industrial groups. It is the first time in Bollinger's history that his future has been entrusted to someone outside of the family. Together with his family, Jérôme Philipon has continued to develop Bollinger Champagne and ensure that its principles and values are respected. In 2017 Charles-Armand de Belenet became CEO of Champagne Bollinger. With him, Bollinger continues to preserve its craft tradition by incorporating the best of innovative technologies, to pursue a future of commercial development and quality for the brand.