In the authentic house-style of Bollinger’s prestige champagne, we know that its best qualities are only realised when the harvest reaches a perfect balance: then we know we will have a Bollinger’s of truly exceptional vintage. 2004 was quite a delicate year in Champagne, with a relatively dry winter and spring but a cold, wet end to the summer. However, the grapes were picked during a fine Indian summer, which meant they were in an excellent state of health.