Billecart-Salmon : Brut Reserve

The freshness and aromatic richness of a Brut champagne signed Billecart-Salmon

The property

Since its creation in 1818 by the couple Elisabeth Salmon and Nicolas-François Billecart, the Champagne Billecart-Salmon House has remained independent, preserving for 7 generations the entirety of its know-how and the demand for the quality of its cuvées.

The vineyard

The vineyard of the Billecart-Salmon House extends from the Côte des Blancs to the Montagne de Reims over nearly 100 hectares. The vines are cultivated and cared for in a traditional way to get closer to an authentic fruit and reflect the quality of its Champagne terroir.

Vinification and aging

Vinification in tanks. Malolactic fermentation. Use of 50% reserve wines. This Extra Brut champagne undergoes maturation on lees for 50 months.

Blend

28% Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims and the Grande Vallée de la Marne, 29% Chardonnay from the different crus of the Marne and then 43% Meunier from the Vallée de la Marne and the South Slopes of Epernay.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Brut Réserve from Billecart-Salmon

Tasting

Color
The color reveals subtle reflections of pale gold. The effervescence is delicate and persistent.

Nose
The nose combines precision with a beautiful freshness, supported by notes of fresh fruit and biscuits.

Palate
A fresh and precise attack precedes a rich palate, whose aromas of apple, crunchy pear, roasted and citrus persist until a lively and mineral finish.

Service and aging

For optimal tasting, serve between 8°and 10°C. Depending on the formats, this cuvée can wait in cellars for about 10 years.

Food and wine pairings

Ideal for aperitif, this Brut Réserve from the Billecart-Salmon House perfectly accompanies many dishes throughout your festive meals.