Pol Roger Vinothèque

Pol Roger is known for its exceptional quality, which is largely due to the high number of vintage wines they produce. The house's dedication to vintage champagnes is indisputable, as they have never introduced a non-vintage rosé or blanc de blancs. On the contrary, they have always remained true to the vintage category, as evidenced by the fact that four out of their seven champagnes are vintage.

Despite Pol Roger's discreet demeanor, many wine lovers are aware of their impressive wine cellar, which contains some of the finest vintages in Champagne. The house philosophy of letting time do its work and not selling every single bottle from every vintage is part of their DNA. They have so far kept these older bottles for themselves, but due to increasing demand from connoisseurs, they have decided to allocate more of these treasures to the public. From 2024, they will release one or two vintages of their vintage cuvées each year that have benefited from extra aging after disgorgement: Brut Vintage, Rosé Vintage, Blanc de Blancs, and Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill.

These wines were first released and then placed back into the deepest cellars at Pol Roger, 33 meters below street level, where they have matured further at a constant temperature of 9°C. This extra aging has given the wines a unique combination of power and freshness. The number of these bottles is very limited and is of more emotional than commercial significance. There will still be invaluable treasures left in the cellars that are not for sale.

In 2024, Pol Roger celebrated its 175th anniversary, which was the perfect occasion to launch this project. The name "Vinothèque" was chosen as it fits perfectly with Pol Roger's style and tradition. Instead of resorting to aggressive marketing, the family relies on the value of tradition and believes that the path to success lies in achieving greater recognition for the quality of their products.

These Vinothèque bottles have a different story to tell compared to their first release. Work is underway on specially designed packaging inspired by previous labels, capturing the best historical elements. Disgorgement and release dates will naturally be indicated on the back labels, providing an authentic experience of this unique champagne.