Champagne 2002 — 6 Legendary Bottles After 24 Years

Champagne 2002 is widely regarded as one of the greatest vintages of the modern era. In this video, I open and taste six exceptional cuvées from my own cellar, more than two decades after the harvest, to explore how the vintage has evolved. 🍾 Featured Champagne: 00:00 Intro 00:39 The 2002 Vintage Explained 02:19 Salon Cuvée S Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs 2002 03:33 Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2 (P2) 2002 04:39 Krug Vintage 2002 05:42 Bollinger R.D. 2002 06:58 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 2002 07:53 Billecart-Salmon Nicolas François 2002 09:04 Final Thoughts In this video I discuss: Why the 2002 Champagne vintage is so highly regarded How different houses interpreted the year How these wines have evolved after two decades Their price evolution over time The 2002 growing season delivered remarkable balance — combining ripe fruit, vibrant acidity and exceptional ageing potential. Many of these Champagnes are only now entering their full maturity. If you enjoy deep dives into Champagne vintages and cellar bottles, consider subscribing. 🍇 Follow me on Instagram for tasting notes and cellar insights:   / winebeast   Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next video. *** DISCLAIMER: The views shared here reflect my personal experience and perspective as a long-time wine enthusiast. This content is for information and enjoyment only, and should not be considered financial, investment, or purchasing advice. Drink responsibly.