About Bollinger
Bollinger was founded in Aÿ in 1829 by Athanase de Villermont, Joseph “Jacques” Bollinger and Paul Renaudin. The house has remained closely tied to the Bollinger family and is one of Champagne’s long-established independent, family-owned producers. Its connection with Britain is also longstanding, with a Royal Warrant first granted by Queen Victoria in 1884.
Bollinger is one of the most prestigious and characterful Champagne houses in the world. Founded in 1829 in Aÿ, in the heart of the Champagne region, Bollinger has built a reputation for producing powerful, elegant, and age-worthy Champagnes with a distinctive house style.
What sets Bollinger apart is its strong emphasis on Pinot Noir, which typically makes up around 60% of its blends. The house is also renowned for its traditional winemaking methods, including extended ageing on the lees and a high proportion of reserve wines. This approach results in Champagnes with remarkable depth, structure, and complexity.
Bollinger’s flagship non-vintage, Special Cuvée, is one of the most respected Champagnes in its category, while its prestige cuvées — such as La Grande Année and the rare Vieilles Vignes Françaises — are considered among the finest expressions in Champagne. The house has also gained global recognition through its long-standing partnership with the James Bond film franchise.
With a commitment to quality, tradition, and craftsmanship, Bollinger continues to produce Champagnes that are both powerful and refined — true benchmarks of excellence in the world of fine Champagne.
