Bollinger La Grande Année 2002 $220

An aristocrat amongst champagne houses, this isn’t just a wine; it’s an experience of a lifetime.  Only produced in years when the fruit is faultless and of exceptional quality, it glows white gold as it pours into the glass with a pillowy, creamy foam.  Exotic aromas of preserved lemon, shortbread and fresh-baked croissant and it has a seamless, cashew and apple character with an elegant ribbon of toffee and toast running through it.  Think of the last thing you spent $220 dollars on – I doubt it tasted this good.  For stockists near you contact www.negociantsnz.co.nz