Bollinger 'La Cote Aux Enfants' Champagne Grand Cru 2013
Established by Jacques Bollinger between 1926 and 1934, La Côte aux Enfants is a steep hillside vineyard located on the outskirts of the village of Ay. This unique parcel has been a source of endless fascination, producing some of the most highly prized Pinot Noir in the region. Aware of its potential, it became Champagne Bollinger’s ambition to produce a great vintage Champagne exclusively from this vineyard, with 100% Pinot Noir, grown organically since 2009. The fruit comes from the north-west side of the hill, revealing a particularly refined expression of La Cote aux Enfants vineyard. As part of the Ay village, it carries the mention “Ay Grand Cru” on the label.
La Cote aux Enfants (“the Children’s Hillside”) was named after the steep slope of the plot from which it is made; legend has it that in bygone times only children were able to climb it. It is defined both by a high elevation but also by thin soils with about 12 inches of top soil above pure chalk, making the wine produced bright and chiseled.
Fermented entirely in aged oak barrels, sealed with a natural cork and cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the appellation, with a moderate dosage, 8 grams per liter. To the nose, La Côte aux Enfants Champagne 2013 emanates aromas of mint and ripe fruit, rounded off with aromas of acacia honey and citrus fruit. On the palate, A lively and complex taste with wonderful acidity. Flavors such as lemon, ripe fruit and curry accompany candied red fruit and buttery notes.
James Suckling: 99Pts; Vinous: 95Pts
Crafted from organically-grown grapes
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Alcohol Level: 12.00%
Size: 750ml
Brand: Bollinger
Country:France
Family: Sparkling Wine
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2013
Region: Champagne
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