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    Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François 2008

    Champagne Billecart Salmon
    220.00
    €
    Bottle 75 cl
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    Type

    Blanc de Blancs

    Dosage

    Brut

    Grape Variety

    Chardonnay

    Color

    White

    Degree

    13

    Quantity

    Out of stock

    Payment option

    moyen de payement
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    Description of Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François

    Estate

    Champagne Billecart Salmon is an iconic house founded in 1818, renowned for its attention to detail and consistent quality of its cuvées. Located in Mareuil-sur-Ay, it remains one of the last great independent family-owned Champagne houses, prioritizing artisanal know-how.

    Vineyard

    The vineyard spans exceptional terroirs in Champagne, particularly in Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, and Vallée de la Marne. It benefits from optimal exposure and diverse soils that promote the delicate expression of Chardonnay.

    Wine

    This 2008 vintage Champagne millésimé is made exclusively from Chardonnay, offering an elegant and refined profile. With a Robert Parker score of 96/100, it is recognized for its aromatic depth and unique finesse.

    Vintage

    The 2008 vintage in Champagne was marked by a warm summer and late harvest, allowing perfect ripeness of the grapes. This vintage offers a remarkable balance of freshness and concentration, promising beautiful complexity.

    Vinification & Aging

    Vinification respects the purity of the grape variety with controlled fermentation and extended aging on lees in the cellar’s cool conditions, promoting complexity and finesse of the bubbles. A long bottle aging ensures great maturity before release.

    Grape Variety

    100% Chardonnay

    Characteristics & Tasting

    Tasting

    • Appearance: Pale robe with golden highlights, fine and persistent mousse.
    • Nose: Complex nose featuring notes of white flowers, ripe citrus, brioche, and a subtle elegant minerality.
    • Palate: Lively and fresh attack, beautiful roundness mid-palate with a long saline and slightly toasted finish.

    Serving

    Serve between 10 and 12°C. Light decanting can be considered to reveal the full aromatic complexity of young Champagnes.

    Food Pairings

    This Champagne pairs perfectly with poached Breton lobster, pan-seared foie gras with mild spices, roasted farm-raised poultry with thyme, or seasonal roasted woodcock.

    Occasions

    Ideal for wedding anniversary dinners, refined New Year's Eve celebrations, or celebrating professional promotions.

    Aging Potential

    Best enjoyed within the next 10 to 15 years, with its peak expected between 2025 and 2033.

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    Details of Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François

    Appellation Champagne
    Grape Variety Chardonnay
    Vintage 2008
    Size 75 cl : Bottle
    Degree 13
    Color White
    Domaine long Champagne Billecart Salmon
    Note Parker 96
    Région Champagne
    Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    How should I store Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François Champagne?

    Store this Champagne in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature around 10-12°C (50-54°F). Keep the bottle lying down to maintain cork moisture and preserve its freshness and quality over time.

    What foods pair best with Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François?

    This elegant Blanc de Blancs pairs beautifully with seafood such as oysters, scallops, and lobster. It also complements fine fish dishes and light appetizers, enhancing the wine's crispness and delicate flavors.

    How do I best enjoy the tasting experience of Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François?

    Serve chilled at 9–11°C (48–52°F) to fully appreciate its pale yellow color and fine mousse. Notice the aromas of white flowers, citrus, and brioche, followed by a creamy texture and refreshing mineral finish.

    What makes the 2008 vintage of Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François special?

    The 2008 vintage is exceptional, known for its perfect balance of acidity and freshness. Extended lees aging for over 10 years adds depth and complexity, making it a refined and elegant Champagne with great aging potential.

    How long can Billecart Salmon Brut Cuvée Nicolas François be aged?

    This Champagne can gracefully age for another 10 to 15 years, during which it will develop even more complexity and richness while maintaining its fresh and precise character.

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