The NV Bollinger Special Cuvee is a well-regarded Champagne blend from the renowned Bollinger house in France's Champagne region. This non-vintage (NV) cuvée is composed of 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 15% Pinot Meunier, with a significant portion of reserve wine, some kept in magnums, contributing to its complexity. The wine is finished with a dosage of around eight grams per liter and boasts an alcohol content of 12%.

James Suckling awarded this Champagne a score of 93, praising its "lovely density and fine-bubble texture," and noting flavors of "dried apple and apricot with hints of dried flowers." He also highlighted its "spice, zest and ginger character," and described it as "always really well done."

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, represented by William Kelley, also scored it 92 points, describing it as "medium to full-bodied, fleshy and vinous," with a "deep core of beautifully ripe fruit, racy acids and a pillowy mousse." Kelley emphasized its aromas of "honeyed apples, crisp stone fruit, buttery pastry, ripe lemons and fresh walnuts."

Roger Voss from Wine Enthusiast gave this Champagne a 92, noting its "impressive richness" and "ripe stone fruits," attributing its complexity to "wood fermentation" and the aging process before release.

Wine Spectator's Alison Napjus echoed the high praise with a 93-point score, highlighting its "mouthwatering acidity" and "rich range of crème de cassis, poached apricot, gingerbread, and almond extract flavors."

Decanter awarded this wine an excellent score of 95, noting its appearances in James Bond films and describing it as "classic for a reason," with "notes of marzipan on the nose and the palate" and "toastiness and leesy notes."

Jeb Dunnuck also rated it 93, calling it "classic and ripe" with "aromas of golden apricot, hazelnut, wet stone, and black cherry." Dunnuck emphasized its "full-bodied yet elegant and light on its feet" character.

The Wine Independent's Sarah Mayo highlighted its "fine-tuned assemblage" and "brimming aromas of ripe white peach, persimmon, lemon slice cookies, fresh brioche, and honey," awarding it a 92.

John Gilman, from View From The Cellar, also rated it 92, remarking on its "refined bouquet of peach, apple, pâtissière, gentle smokiness," and its "crisp, full-bodied, focused and complex" palate.

Overall, the NV Bollinger Special Cuvee is celebrated for its rich complexity, fine bubbles, and balanced flavors, making it a standout choice for Champagne enthusiasts.