Bollinger RD 1990
Bollinger RD 1990 is a dry, medium-bodied sparkling from Chardonnay (Champagne, France), in the sparkling style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, aperitif. Listed at £505.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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R.D stands for “Recently Disgorged” and was an innovation of Madame Bollinger who wished to release a Champagne that would be released ready to drink and would combine extraordinary freshness with greater aromatic complexity. Sourced entirely from Grands and Premiers crus, it is generally a Pinot Noir-dominant blend with Chardonnay and is aged for more than three times the minimum ageing requirement of 3 years for vintage Champagnes. 1990 is widely considered to be an excellent vintage with perfect growing conditions.