Bollinger Special Cuvée Methuselah (6L) with Gift Box

Bollinger • Non Vintage

$1,899.99

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An icon of timeless craftsmanship, the Bollinger Special Cuvée 6L embodies the ultimate expression of celebration. The magnum’s elder sibling, this Methuselah amplifies every note of elegance and structure for which Bollinger is famed — with richer texture, finer mousse, and unmatched aromatic depth. A true collector’s piece, made for moments that deserve nothing less than extraordinary.

Maker

Bollinger

Style

Non Vintage

Dosage

Brut
Bollinger

The Luxury of Time

Champagne Bollinger stands proudly as one of the most iconic and respected family-owned houses in all of Champagne. Founded in Aÿ, Bollinger has built a legacy around powerful, expressive Pinot Noir and an unwavering commitment to traditional winemaking methods. The house is renowned for fermenting all their wines in oak barrels—a practice they have never abandoned—and today they maintain their own in-house cooper, managing a remarkable stock of over 3,500 barrels. With approximately one million bottles fermented in barrel each year, Bollinger’s devotion to craftsmanship is unparalleled, matched only by a handful of producers like Krug. Every bottle speaks to generations of expertise, excellence, and an unrelenting pursuit of quality.

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Food Pairings

This 6L Special Cuvée is built for culinary indulgence. Its broad structure and creamy richness make it a dream pairing for truffle risotto, roasted poultry, duck with orange glaze, or even fine aged Comté cheese. For a decadent finale, serve alongside butter-poached lobster or parmesan gougères — dishes that match the wine’s luxurious complexity and texture.

This 6L Special Cuvée is built for culinary indulgence. Its broad structure and creamy richness make it a dream pairing for truffle risotto, roasted poultry, duck with orange glaze, or even fine aged Comté cheese. For a decadent finale, serve alongside butter-poached lobster or parmesan gougères — dishes that match the wine’s luxurious complexity and texture.

Technical Notes

Composed of 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 15% Meunier, the Special Cuvée showcases over 85% Grand and Premier Cru fruit. The blend includes a remarkable proportion of Bollinger’s famed reserve wines, aged in magnums for up to 15 years, lending signature depth and consistency. Fermentation occurs predominantly in small oak barrels, followed by a minimum of three years ageing — double the legal requirement. The dosage sits between 7 and 8 g/L, offering a perfectly poised Brut expression that balances generosity and freshness.

Composed of 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 15% Meunier, the Special Cuvée showcases over 85% Grand and Premier Cru fruit. The blend includes a remarkable proportion of Bollinger’s famed reserve wines, aged in magnums for up to 15 years, lending signature depth and consistency. Fermentation occurs predominantly in small oak barrels, followed by a minimum of three years ageing — double the legal requirement. The dosage sits between 7 and 8 g/L, offering a perfectly poised Brut expression that balances generosity and freshness.

What to Expect

The Bollinger Special Cuvée 6L (Methuselah) is an extraordinary expression of the House’s iconic non-vintage champagne, magnified by the slow, graceful ageing that only a large format can achieve. Time moves differently inside this bottle — the interaction between wine and oxygen is gentler, resulting in remarkable depth, texture, and aromatic harmony. Expect a golden hue with an endless stream of fine bubbles, revealing aromas of roasted apple, brioche, honey, and spice. On the palate, the wine unfolds with Bollinger’s signature richness — layers of baked pear, hazelnut, and citrus zest balanced by precise freshness. This is Bollinger at its most opulent and refined, made for grand celebrations and unforgettable moments.

The Bollinger Special Cuvée 6L (Methuselah) is an extraordinary expression of the House’s iconic non-vintage champagne, magnified by the slow, graceful ageing that only a large format can achieve. Time moves differently inside this bottle — the interaction between wine and oxygen is gentler, resulting in remarkable depth, texture, and aromatic harmony. Expect a golden hue with an endless stream of fine bubbles, revealing aromas of roasted apple, brioche, honey, and spice. On the palate, the wine unfolds with Bollinger’s signature richness — layers of baked pear, hazelnut, and citrus zest balanced by precise freshness. This is Bollinger at its most opulent and refined, made for grand celebrations and unforgettable moments.

Bollinger Special Cuvée Methuselah (6L) with Gift Box