Wine appreciators and champagne connoisseurs won’t want to miss out on a special experience at the very heart of Maison Bollinger. Champagne Bollinger has been crafting great champagnes with a powerful, refined and complex style since 1829, and remains one of the last independent champagne houses. Now, they invite you to push open the doors of the House and discover Champagne Bollinger in a different way, with the 1829 program.

1829 App

The 1829 app is like having a Champagne Master in your pocket. Discover the benefits of 1829, and gain exclusive access to the Maison Bollinger, with opportunities to book visits and exclusive events at the Maison, purchase rare cuvées from stock that’s exclusively available to 1829 members, and chat directly with the Maison Bollinger team for tailored advice.

You can keep as up to date as possible with what’s happening in the cellar and vineyards, and fill your collection with exceptional vintages. Each cuvées has full tasting notes, so you can enhance your knowledge with the look, colour, aroma, texture and feel on the palate, along with plentiful pairing notes for your menu creations.

Privileged Access

Members will have a privileged opportunity to book a visit on October 20th, 2023 to discover two oenothèques: La Galerie 1829 – boasting Bollinger’s oldest wines, some dating back to the founding of the House. And La Réserve – a unique collection of over 3,000 reserve magnums in Champagne. Furthermore, members will be treated to a wine and food pairing lunch at Madame Bollinger’s historic home, during which an old vintage will be brought out of the oenothèque for tasting.

Alternatively, dive into the world of Champagne Bollinger with a Discovery Tour. On this immersive two hour experience in Aÿ, you’ll explore one of the last remaining clos of Vielles Vignes Françaises, and learn about the legacy of the family business, followed by the tasting of three wines, including one vintage.

World’s Finest Champagne

1829 is the founding year of Champagne Bollinger, and the entire history of the House begins there. To unlock all the secrets and expertise of this famous French champagne, download the 1829 app, sign up to the newsletter, and raise a glass to having the finest champagne in the world at your fingertips.

Download the 1829 app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and subscribe to 1829 with the code BOLLYAPEG.

A paid partnership with Maison Bollinger – words and opinion are Ape’s own.