Bollinger

R.D. Extra Brut Champagne

9.451 ratings

9.48 pro ratings

Champagne, France

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay

Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa

Top Notes For

Owner No Limit Fine Wines, Private Wine Consultant

9.5

Bollinger RD is and has been my favorite. So much depth of flavor and body. Beautifully integrated wood. Aromas of dried lemon peel, hazelnuts and lacquered wood. Rich and decadent

Bollinger RD is and has been my favorite. So much depth of flavor and body. Beautifully integrated wood. Aromas of dried lemon peel, hazelnuts and lacquered wood. Rich and decadent

Jan 8th, 2024

Owner No Limit Fine Wines, Private Wine Consultant

9.4

Happy New Year! I like the 2004 more than 2006…. Awesome wine shared with equally as awesome company

Happy New Year! I like the 2004 more than 2006…. Awesome wine shared with equally as awesome company

Jan 3rd, 2022

9.5

Truly a superb Champagne. So expressive, ethereal and with layered complexity. Continues to reveal additional layers as it unfurls. Majestic stuff.

Truly a superb Champagne. So expressive, ethereal and with layered complexity. Continues to reveal additional layers as it unfurls. Majestic stuff.

Dec 27th, 2020

9.4

Confrérie Des Chevaliers du Tastevin Sous-Commanderie d'Albany, Chapter Candidate Dinner; 22 June 2019 at Yono's, Albany, NY

(Donated bottles from one of our members, we strayed from our fully Burgundy tradition for starting the night, but in the best way possible.)

Confrérie Des Chevaliers du Tastevin Sous-Commanderie d'Albany, Chapter Candidate Dinner; 22 June 2019 at Yono's, Albany, NY

(Donated bottles from one of our members, we strayed from our fully Burgundy tradition for starting the night, but in the best way possible.)

Jun 22nd, 2019

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

More oxygenated than I prefer on my champagne but, nonetheless well made in that style. Bruised apple & pear, some white citrus, soft chalkiness, lots of yeast & bread dough, yellow florals, good acidity and a well polished rich finish.

Thank you Christina for bringing.

More oxygenated than I prefer on my champagne but, nonetheless well made in that style. Bruised apple & pear, some white citrus, soft chalkiness, lots of yeast & bread dough, yellow florals, good acidity and a well polished rich finish.

Thank you Christina for bringing.

1 person found it helpfulNov 23rd, 2018

9.3

Excellent. Almond. Degorgement 15/12018

Excellent. Almond. Degorgement 15/12018

Aug 27th, 2023

9.1

Reminiscent of Sauternes, ice wine, and mild cheese on the pallet. Quite a bit of yeasty flavor. An excellent pairing with my Australian lobster tail.

Reminiscent of Sauternes, ice wine, and mild cheese on the pallet. Quite a bit of yeasty flavor. An excellent pairing with my Australian lobster tail.

Jul 17th, 2022

9.5

What a stunner, soft elegant mousse with richness and length on the palate. What a great start to a spectacular meal.

What a stunner, soft elegant mousse with richness and length on the palate. What a great start to a spectacular meal.

May 7th, 2022

9.6

穏やかだが深みのある味わい

穏やかだが深みのある味わい

May 3rd, 2022

9.9

This is a great champagne. Notes of apple, and less of a…dosage taste given the extra brut nature. Light and crisp, almost like Martinelli’s.

This is a great champagne. Notes of apple, and less of a…dosage taste given the extra brut nature. Light and crisp, almost like Martinelli’s.

Aug 9th, 2021