Perfect harmonious blending leaving a strong dominance of "Grands Crus Pinot Noir" (70%), and completed by the elegance and the minerality of the Chardonnay, (30%) 20% of the cuvee is vinified in oak from 5 year old barrels. Extra Brut.

The yellow colour is adorned with golden reflections, underlined by a plentiful and dynamic mousse. Brilliant, crystal clear and bright, giving everything to the perfection of the wine. This cuvee stands out by the finesse of its slowly rising bubbles.

Very beautiful intensity with a crisp and fresh character (Golden Delicious apple, citrus fruits and dried fruits). A pure and differentiating sensory development brought by brioche notes (fresh butter, warm madeleines, brioche). Refreshing and delicate complexity.

A wide range of flavours, fruits of the orchard, including fresh quince.  The wine is round offering enjoyment with a powerful finish dominated by exceptional fruit maturity.

Serving:

A vintage elegant in character to be fully appreciated with the best seafood, the finest hams and risotto.

Serve at 11-12°.

Background Information:

Billecart-Salmon, a medium-size Champagne House in Mareuil-sur-Ay, was founded in 1818 by the original owners Nicolas Francois Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon who combined their names on marriage to create the brand. It is one of the few remaining Champagne houses to remain family owned.

Most of Billecart-Salmon's fruit comes from a small vineyard holding, though this is supplemented with grapes bought in from the Marne Valley and the Montagne de Reims. Meticulous production techniques, from the use of their own cultured yeast to its long, slow, cool fermentation, ensure that the family has 100% control of production.

Billecart-Salmon is renowned for the quality of its delicate Rose, whilst the Brut Reserve (a blend of three vintages) is a beautifully harmonious and balanced wine. All have the ability to age very well.

The Cuvee Nicolas-Francois Billecart 1959 won the title in the Champagne of the Millennium 1999, out of 150 of the finest 20th Century champagnes. A magnum of the winning champagne later sold for £3,300.