The Bollinger family have a long history of winemaking in the Champagne region, with family links stretching right back to 1585. The Champagne house opened in 1829 and Bollinger continues to be run by the family today. They take great care over fruit selection, with 60% coming from their own estates, while the majority of other fruit sourced comes from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards. The vinification occurs in wooden barrels, a process that is increasingly unique amongst the great Champagne houses, giving Bollinger its unique character and guaranteeing the stability of the wine. Today Bollinger holds the Royal Warrant and is James Bond’s preferred Champagne.