Product Information: Bollinger has introduced a special one-off Champagne called "2003 by Bollinger", which is a very unique blend. It is a soft and sumptuous Champagne, with none of the angular oakiness that has, until now, been the signature of this most traditional of Champagne houses. Although the wine was barrique-fermented, the oak has been eclipsed by the rich, ripe fruit of the 2003 vintage. Vanilla flavors of Chardonnay take center stage for this Champagne, rather than oakiness. Beautifully packaged in a presentation box which depicts the intense snow of 2003, which led to this special Champagne.