Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 James Bond
- 0.75L | 12.0%
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Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 James Bond
Taste & Aging
Complexity
Complex & deepDrinking Window
Aromas
Food Pairing
Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 Limited Edition Champagne, France
Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 Limited Edition is the James Bond edition of the iconic Special Cuvée and celebrates over 45 years of partnership between Bollinger and 007. What is Bollinger Special Cuvée? It is the house's emblematic non-vintage brut, composed of multiple vintages and reserve wines to consistently deliver the recognizable Bollinger style year after year. The 007 edition adds a distinct collector's character to it.
Vineyards and Region
The foundation of this champagne lies in the heart of Champagne, where Bollinger builds its house style from highly-rated villages and long-established reserve wines.
- Cru Origin: More than 85% of the blend comes from Grand and Premier Crus, giving this cuvée more depth and seriousness than many standard non-vintage champagnes.
- Reserve Wines: A significant part of the style comes from reserve wines, some of which are aged for 7 to 15 years in magnums. This provides extra layering and distinctiveness in the glass.
- House Style: Special Cuvée is intended as the purest expression of the Bollinger signature, with an emphasis on depth, subtlety, and consistent quality.
Vinification and Aging
The strength of Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 Limited Edition lies not only in its appearance but primarily in the technical construction of the wine.
- Blend of multiple vintages: This champagne is composed of different harvests and reserve wines, ensuring that the house style always remains central.
- Long cellar aging: The wine ages in the cellar twice as long as appellation rules require. This provides extra texture, more depth, and a more refined mousse.
- Dosage: With 7 to 8 g/l, the wine remains vibrant and precise, while retaining enough roundness to support Bollinger's vinous style.
- 007 Presentation: This limited edition comes in a black collector's box with a golden gun barrel motif, Bond silhouette, metallic embossing, a golden Bollinger signature, and the 007 logo. The bottle itself also features 007 branding, clearly positioning this release as a collector's item.
Grape Composition
The blend of Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 Limited Edition is classically structured, with a clear emphasis on structure and depth.
- Pinot Noir – Champagne: 60% Pinot Noir gives this champagne its foundational structure, breadth, and recognizable Bollinger signature.
- Chardonnay – Champagne: 25% Chardonnay brings refinement and tension to the blend, ensuring the wine remains not only powerful but also precise.
- Pinot Meunier – Champagne: 15% Meunier makes the cuvée rounder and more approachable, allowing the different layers to intertwine beautifully.
Tasting Notes and Serving Tips
In the glass, you'll see a golden-yellow champagne with very fine bubbles. The aroma opens broadly and invitingly with notes of roasted apple, compote, peach, and subtle spice. This is followed by a taste with more body than you might expect from many non-vintage champagnes, featuring pear, brioche, spices, and a fresh hint of walnut. The mousse is soft, the texture creamy, and the finish refined and long. This is a champagne that impresses as an aperitif and effortlessly holds its own at the table.
- Serving temperature: Serve this champagne at around 8 to 10 °C, as this range best brings out the mousse, freshness, and layered aroma.
- Dishes: Truffled scallop carpaccio is an excellent combination, but elegant dishes with a creamy texture or refined luxury products also pair particularly well with this style.
Accolades
- 93 points, James Suckling: This score underlines the creamy texture and powerful structure that has made Special Cuvée a consistent favorite for years.
- 91 points, Revue des Vins de France: This rating confirms the vinous style and the firm, characterful signature of the wine.
- 4.3 stars, Vivino: With this high average score, Special Cuvée proves that it consistently appeals to a wide audience of champagne lovers.
More Information about Bollinger
Bollinger and James Bond have formed one of the most famous partnerships in the champagne world for over 45 years. This 007 Limited Edition celebrates that bond with a distinct collector's presentation, but remains entirely true to what makes Special Cuvée so strong in its essence. As a result, this is not only a bottle for collectors but also a compelling choice if you want to open the classic Bollinger style in a special edition.
Product details
| Availability | Only 4 in stock! |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 12.0% |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Champagne |
| Sub-region | Marne Valley |
| Appellation | Ay |
| Producer | Bollinger Champagne |
| Varietal(s) | Chardonnay, Meunier, Pinot Noir |
| Oak aging | Yes, The reserve wines are partially fermented in old oak barrels. The wine matures in the bottle for at least 30 months, twice as long as legally required. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 8° - 10°C |
| Storage at perfecte wijn | Air conditioned at 18°c |
