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| Community Tasting Notes (average 96.8 pts. and median of 97 pts. in 10 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by eschaefer on 11/17/2023 & rated 93 points: Deep golden straw color. First whiffs were green apple, caramel and pie crust. As it warmed up and evolved in first 10 minutes the aromas turned more towards baking spices, but the fruit stayed towards the riper orchard. The mouthfeel was light but the wine tasted and looked older than I would’ve thought for 2005. I have a couple more bottles so can check the “only good bottles” logic. Still very good but a little shy of my expectations of the first time I drank this wine. Well recommended as it’s an extremely expensive bubble :-). Cheers (542 views) | | | Tasted by Burgnick on 3/19/2023: Rich, vibrant and complex champagne. Palate was very deep. First time trying the VVF. Prefer the mid-90s Krug NV on the side. (1276 views) | | | Tasted by noppakit s. on 11/25/2022 & rated 100 points: “ Stunning & Beyond “
I never can feel this extraordinary feeling in Champagne like this before.
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2005 Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises is extremely gorgeous, perfect condition, full dimensions, powerful yet elegant, can’t imagine which Champagne would be better than this beautiful Blanc de Noirs.
Aftertaste is super power to die for, it takes me to the universe and lost in space for a few minutes, dropping me walking onto the moon before bringing me back to enjoy the happiness impact again and again.
I can easily vote it “ The Best Champagne “ I’ve ever had in my life.
This 100% performance which makes 3 of us so happy so in love truly madly deeply do.
100pts (1311 views) | | | Tasted by ricardito on 10/14/2022 & rated 98 points: Wines of the Gods (House of AC and JC): Light yellow with smoky brioche nose. Intense peach stones with bright rose grapefruit on the deep palate, which effervesces into a complex triad of vanilla, hazelnut and bergamot on the long finish. A very dry champagne , masterly crafted from those unusual seeded pinot vines, that are rare indeed and come with a justifiably steep price that slays almost all competitors in the bubbly pantheon. (1500 views) | | | Tasted by Lehto on 9/25/2019 & rated 96 points: Bollinger VVF Vertical Tasting at Geranium in Copenhagen hosted by Philipson Wine. (2202 views) | | | Tasted by KenPlace on 4/11/2018 & rated 98 points: OMG. As close to perfection as you get. Incredible richness, depth, acidity. It kept improving for over an hour until sadly it was gone. 100% Pinot Noir from ungrafted vines; only 3200 bottles produced. What a priviledge to try one of these bottles. (4026 views) | | | Tasted by Sundbyberg on 11/21/2016 & rated 97 points: Tasting: Wow! What a great wine. Everything is about complexity, both on the nose and the palate. Quite a lot of oxidation, smoke, brandy, dirt and so on. Supberb. (4908 views) | | | Tasted by aquacongas on 11/5/2016 & rated 96 points: Pretasting with a small Salon and VVF vertical Tasting (Elystan Street, London): Untypical VVF, completely different to all other vintages, not "sweet", because it brut nature, more a BdB than BdN, fresh, crispy, well structured, citrus dominated, less brioche, toasty and winey as usual, very elegant, 96 (4772 views) |
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U.S. Importer (add'l info)Pinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.France Vins de France (Office National Interprofessionnel des Vins ) | Pages Vins, Directory of French Winegrowers | French Wine (Wikipedia)
Wine Scholar Guild vintage ratings
2018 vintage: "marked by a wet spring, a superb summer and a good harvest"
2019 vintage reports
2021: "From a general standpoint, whether for white, rosé or red wines, 2021 is a year marked by quality in the Rhône Valley Vineyards. Structured, elegant, fresh and fruity will be the main keywords for this new vintage."
2022 harvest: idealwine.info | wine-searcher.comChampagne Le Champagne (Le comité interprofessionnel du vin de Champagne) | Grandes Marques & Maisons de Champagne (Union des Maisons de Champagne)
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Champagne - The French region of Champagne (including the cities of Rheims, Épernay, and Aÿ) was the first region in the world to make sparkling wine in any quantity. Today, the name of the region is synonymous with the finest of all sparkling wines, and wine-making traditions of Champagne have become role models for sparkling wine producers, worldwide. Surprisingly, the region of Champagne is now responsible for only one bottle in 12 of all sparkling wine produced. Styles of champagne range in sweetness ranging from an extra brut or brut 0, to the basic brut to demi sec to doux; some houses produce single vintage champagnes and others produce non-vintage (or incorporate wines/grapes of multiple vintages), often to preserve a specific taste; combinations of grape varietals; and colors, including a rosé. There are several sub-appellations, including the Valley of the Marnes river running from Épernay west, Massif de Saint-Thierry north and west of Rheims, Valley of the Ardre, the Mountains of Rheims (between Rheims and Épernay), Côte des Blancs, Côte de Sézanne, and Côte des Bar in the South. Champagne wine only uses three grape varietals (cépages): Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier.ChampagneThe vineyards of Champagne on weinlagen-info |
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