The 1996 R.D. from Bollinger is another superb wine from this vintage. An

expressive bouquet of spices, acacia blossoms and perfumed fruit emerges from

the wine’s silky - textured frame. This generous R.D. is drinking well today, but

also has enough freshness to age well for years. It is a great version of one of

Champagne’s legendary wines. /RP/2009`