Name: Billecart Salmon Brut Nature
Type: Champagne
Grape variety used: 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Meunier
Appellation: Champagne
Aromatic and taste description: Billecart Salmon Brut Nature is a non-dosed brut champagne, made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. It is distinguished by its fresh and fruity notes of apple, pear and white peach, as well as its mineral and saline nuances. On the palate it is dry and fresh, with a beautiful structure and a lingering finish.
Recommended food and wine pairings: This champagne goes perfectly with seafood, grilled or sauced fish, white meats and fresh cheeses.
Recommended serving temperature: Between 8°C and 10°C
Shelf life and aging potential: BBillecart Salmon Brut Nature can be stored for up to 5 years in good conditions, but it is recommended to drink it within 2-3 years of purchase to enjoy its fresh and aromatic aromas. fruity.
History and culture of the wine estate or wine region: Maison Billecart Salmon is located in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, in the Champagne wine region of France. Founded in 1818, it is one of the oldest champagne houses still in activity. BILLECART SALMON is recognized for the quality of its vintages and for its artisanal know-how which combines tradition and innovation.
Technical information: Billecart Salmon Brut Nature is produced using the Champagne method, with fermentation in stainless steel vats and aging on lees for at least 3 years. It is also without added sugar (zero dosage), which makes it a non-dosed brut champagne.
Expert commentary and tasting notes:
- Wine Spectator: 91/100 points "A harmonious Champagne, satiny in texture, framing flavors of Asian pear, star fruit, pastry and honey with mouth-watering acidity. Offers a fine and creamy finish. Drink now until 2022."
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 90/100 points "The latest version of Billecart's Brut Réserve is magnificent, bursting from the glass with notes of crisp orchard fruit, ripe citrus, white peach, brioche and a delicate floral note On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, elegantly textured and refined, with precise mousse, lively acids and a long, beautifully defined finish.