Ratings
V N/A · RP N/A · JS N/A
Identity
| Producer | Bollinger |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 73% Pinot Noir, 27% Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Extra dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Pale golden yellow |
| Aroma | Floral top notes, fresh citrus, white stone fruit, balanced complexity |
| Palate | Mid-weight, expressive, balanced acidity, refined mousse, elegant finish |
| Finish | Long and elegant finish with lasting character |
| Food Pairing | Seafood, shellfish, poultry, light cheeses, fresh salads |
| Serving Temp | 8 - 10 |
| Aging Potential | 5 - 10 years |
| Serving Glassware | Tulip |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | 7 years on lees in bottle |
| Fermentation | barrel fermentation |
Terroir
| Unusual terroir focused on later-ripening sectors of Montagne de Reims |
Interesting facts
| B16 is a limited edition vintage Champagne from Bollinger, representing a modern reinterpretation of the house style from the challenging 2016 vintage, composed mainly of Pinot Noir from Montagne de Reims terroirs. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |