2002 Bollinger R.D. Extra Brut Champagne [JS99][W&S97][JD96][WS96][JG95][V95][BH94][D94]

Producer: Bollinger  Region: Champagne, France  Blend: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay  Year: 2002  The 2002 Grande Année R.D. from Bollinger has garnered widespread acclaim, with multiple critics effusively praising its complexity, balance, and ageing potential. James Suckling, 99 Points  James Suckling, renowned for his discerning palate, bestowed an impressive 99 points upon this remarkable Champagne. Despite a decade in the cellars, it exudes remarkable freshness, with vibrant citrus notes of lemon, grapefruit, and chalky undertones. Its super dry palate, coupled with a silky texture akin to sherbet, culminates in a long, smooth finish accentuated by toasted cashew nuts and a medley of fruit flavors. Wine & Spirits, 97 Points  Wine & Spirits awarded the 2002 Grande Année R.D. 97 points, noting its evolution from a powerful yet fresh ten-year-old wine to an even more extreme iteration with lower dosage and additional time on the lees. The wine's structure, intensified by barr