Champagne Bollinger , V. V. F. Pre Phylloxera Blanc de Noir, Bollinger, France (2013)

The Champagne Bollinger V.V.F. Pre-Phylloxera Blanc de Noirs 2013 is a highly exceptional and rare Champagne from the Bollinger house, known for its commitment to producing elegant, powerful, and complex wines. The V.V.F. stands for Vieilles Vignes Françaises ("Old French Vines"), a special cuvée that is produced from Pre-Phylloxera vines, making this Champagne a true rarity.

This cuvée represents a tribute to Bollinger's heritage and its dedication to preserving some of the oldest and most historically significant vineyards in Champagne. The Pre-Phylloxera vines are among the very few surviving vines that were planted before the devastating phylloxera plague wiped out many vineyards in the late 19th century. These vines are incredibly special because they pre-date phylloxera and have not been grafted onto phylloxera-resistant rootstocks. As a result, they produce wines of exceptional quality and uniqueness.

The Blanc de Noirs style means the Champagne is made from 100% black grapes, typically Pinot Noir, which contributes to the wine’s structure, depth, and fruit-forward character.