Special Cuvee is the quintessential expression of the Bollinger style. On average, 80% of the grapes come from Premiers and Grands Crus in Champagne. To ensure the consistency and continuity of the style, Bollinger adds to the blend a maximum of 10% of Reserve wines, which have been kept in magnum. The blend consists on average of 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Meunier, harvested from 30 different villages in Champagne. Special Cuvee matures for a minimum of three years in Bollingers cellars prior to release.