The NV Bollinger Rosé Champagne is a notable blend from the esteemed Bollinger house in France's Champagne region. It is a rosé Champagne, characterized by its salmon hue and composed primarily of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier. This non-vintage offering has garnered praise for its complexity and balance, with an alcohol content of 12.0%.
James Suckling awards this wine a commendable 93 points, noting its "deep red-berry nose" complemented by nectarine, spice, and candied-orange nuances. He highlights its powerful and fresh profile, balanced by a creamy texture and a long, delicately spicy and mineral finish.
William Kelley from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gives it 92 points, describing it as "pillowy and vinous" with aromas of sweet stone fruit, honeycomb, freshly baked bread, and orange oil. Kelley emphasizes its "layered and concentrated" character, concluding with a "long, expansive finish."
Wine Spectator provides the highest score of 94 points, appreciating its "pretty hints of orchard blossoms and ripe fruit" on the nose. The review praises the wine's vivid acidity and chalky minerality, enhanced by a "raw silk–like mousse" carrying flavors of wild cherry, strawberry, peach skin, and Marcona almond.
Jeb Dunnuck, also awarding 93 points, describes the wine's medium salmon hue and notes of preserved Amarena cherries, ripe red fruit, toasted brioche, and fresh roses. Audrey Frick acknowledges its luxurious feel, refined mousse, and potential to age gracefully for over a decade.
Wine Enthusiast's Roger Voss, scoring it 91 points, highlights its rich profile and "great red fruits," balanced by acidity and a warm dosage.
Overall, NV Bollinger Rosé Champagne is a sophisticated blend, offering a harmonious balance of fruit, texture, and mineral notes with excellent aging potential.