In 1992, Christian Bizot, nephew of Madame “Lily” Bollinger wrote “Bollinger Charter of Ethics and Quality.” These quality standards have since been edited into Bollinger’s “Ten Commitments” – written proof of the family’s passionate commitment to producing the finest Champagne, now and in the future.

Representing the governing principals of the House.

1. Bollinger produces all of its wines.
2. Bollinger guarantees consistency in the style of its wines through large vineyard ownership.
3. Bollinger favors Grands and Premiers Crus.
4. Bollinger uses primarily Pinot Noir as the base of its blends.
5. Bollinger uses only the Cuvée in its wine production.
6. Bollinger carries out the first fermentation of its wines in oak barrels.
7. Bollinger keeps its reserve wines in magnums.
8. Bollinger allows for a very long maturation time.
9. Bollinger ages its reserve wines La Grand Année and R.D. under traditional cork.
10. Bollinger implements a very low dosage.