2015 Bollinger La Grande Annee Brut, Champagne, France VB Event 11.02.23 but also soils like marl

but also soils like marl and sandstone

Earthy mid-palate leads to a long savory finish

Fermentation is spontaneous with native yeasts and without sulfur or temperature control

as well as three Champagne-method sparkling wines

Pinot Noir from 20 year old vines grown on clay and sandstone

2015 Bollinger La Grande Annee Brut, Champagne, France VB Event 11.02.23 but also soils like marlThe balance between the intensity of great Pinot Noir and the freshness of Chardonnays La Grande Anne 2015 is an assembly of 19 crus, mostly in A and Verzenay for the 61% Pinot Noir and Chouilly and Oiry for the 39% Chardonnay. Fermentation takes place entirely in oak barrels and the wine is aged, sealed with a natural cork, for more than twice the time required by the appellation. Dosage is moderate, 8 grams per litre.