1979 Bollinger Champagne R.D. Extra Brut

Community Tasting Notes (22) Avg Score: 93.7 points

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  1/1/2023 - TXRhoneRanger wrote:

  I think it is unfair to assign a points scheme to this wine. This was most certainly an experience I won't soon forget. Not too much experience with uber-mature Champagne, but here goes. Deep golden hues & still brilliant in color. Reductive and cooped up on the nose. After that blew off, the wine really stated to blossom. Very little to minimal mousse on the pour, and then none in the glass. Only a slight effervescence on the palate. Nose: candied pear, subtle honey, orange liqueur, dried jasmine, green tea, dried nectarine. Palate confirms the nose. Vibrant acidity and lift. Medium body +, finishing dry and long length. A special Champagne now turned mostly back into white wine. Disgorged Nov. 1988.

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  12/15/2020 - WIBA Likes this wine: 94 Points

  This is another classic. so easy to drink with fully integrate bubble. very enjoyable but strangely not one specific character stood out.

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  5/25/2019 - rossi.wine wrote:

  From magnum. Over dinner, no formal notes. Slightly maderised on nose and palate, a little like dry sherry. Hardly any bubbles, very fine and gentle. Great acidity, very good fruit. Elegant and long finish. Improved over time in the glass. Drink up.

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  4/15/2019 - pabernatchez wrote: 96 Points

  Incredibly fresh and vibrant, white truffle, roasted nuts, bright and precise.

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  3/16/2019 - Sean Tay wrote:

  Drank from magnum. Nutty, walnut, lemon, citrus with high acidity. Slightly tired on the nose and palate.

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