Stadig ung (gem gerne 5 år), nyd i store glas, kraftig, men elegant, flot mousse, harmonisk, saftig, lang, meget dyb, flot og kompleks smag. Champagnen til kraftig mad som f.eks. hummer eller oksekød.

93 point

(60% pinot noir, 40% chardonnay, 100% grand and premier crus). In contrast to the heightened expressiveness of the 2004 Grande Année Rosé this is actually quite restrained with discreet notes of green apple, pear and citrus peel. The delicious, intense and voluminous flavors enjoy a prominent effervescence that is almost foamy yet the bead is strikingly fine, all wrapped in a distinctly yeasty, dry and admirably complex finish that goes on and on. This too could be enjoyed now or held for a number of years to come depending on how much yeast character you like.

97 point

A stunning edition of one of the great vintage Champagnes that sees immense power and freshness carry the inherent complexity that is the cornerstone of the Bollinger style. Lemon rind, chalk, lime juice and light-grilled nuts here, this has terrific freshness and fragrant lift, gently sweet biscuity complexity here too. The palate's crisp, powerful, assertive and long, delivering a wealth of apple, melon and citrus fruit flavour amid lemon biscuit, almond nougat and a jousting savoury vs. cleansing finish. It's superb now, but will grow and develop handsomely for some years if well cellared. Drink from 2016.

19 point

...extremely promising combination of the completeness and potential of the 2002 champagne vintage and Bollinger's distinctive mushroomy perfume, full Pinot- dominated palate and dry finish. This should make great old bones and, thanks to 2002's power, is already much more approachable than many previous young vintage Bollingers...Complex, satisfying and extremely promising. Not heavy - just substantial.

94 point

Ung og meget intens. Blanding er 60 procent pinot noir og 40 procent chardonnay, her af omkring 70 procent fra grand cru marker. I den ind imellem undervurderede årgang 2002 er vinen intens, koncentreret, sprød med noter af citrus og æbler og en god, fast mineralsk karakter. Hvis man kan lide sin vine unge, kan den drikkes nu, for den har bestemt Bollingers fyldighed. Selv ville jeg vente.

94 point

The 2002 Brut La Grande Annee is marvelous. The 2002 is an understated Grande Annee that caresses the palate with layers of effortless, weightless fruit. The mousse is exceptionally fine, which adds to the impression of total elegance. This is a relatively bright, floral Grande Annee with plenty of aromatic lift, inner perfume and no sense of heaviness at all. A rich, creamy finish adds the final note of complexity and pedigree. The 2002 is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, 71% from Grand Cru villages and 29% from Premier Crus. Disgorged February 2011. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022 .

94 point

Light gold. Ripe pear and honey on the explosively perfumed nose, with sexy floral and marzipan nuances expanding with air. Fat, full and palate-coating, boasting impressive power and thrust. Shows an intriguing blend of richness and energy and finishes long, with smoky and spicy nuances.

97 point

The 2002 is an exhilarating LGA that has barely moved since its release two years ago. Calling on a higher proportion of chardonnay to offset the strength of pinot noir in 2002, this is a vintage that brings driving energy, structure and linearity to inimitable Bollinger power. A razor edge of preserved lemon rides over a mountain of plums, fruit mince spice and orange rind. After more than a decade, it still sings with marvelous red berries and stone fruits, lingering with a deep undercurrant of chalk minerality. It will easily improve for another decade yet, and perhaps two.

94 point

Ripe, appealing flavors of peach, Gala apple, toast and blood orange mix with a streak of minerality, racy acidity and spice notes, all set on the fine-grained texture. Fresh and focused, with a long, mouthwatering, nut-tinged finish. Drink now through 2025.