BILLECART-SALMON 'Cuvee Nicolas Francois Billecart' 2007/08 Bottle

Description

This exceptional cuvée was created in 1964 as a tribute to the House’s founder. It results from the blending of Grands Crus from the classified Côte des Blancs vineyards (Chardonnay) and the Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir). APPEARANCE: A beautiful golden yellow, glinting with bright sparkles. The glittering, crystalline appearance is set off by an eruption of finely chiselled bubbles. PALATE: It combines all the richness of an aromatic curve, both complex and refreshing. Intense, fine notes of orchard fruits, associated with the character of stone fruits (Mirabelle plum and sweet cherry) and accentuated by the burst of a long floral note (hawthorn). AROMA: A balanced tension is achieved by the blossoming of the wine (peaches in syrup, fine apple tart and mountain butter) and embodied in the noble flavours that follow (fresh fig and wild berries). TASTING: This tense and mineral vintage, characterised by an elegant vinosity, offers you all the distinction of a well-aged Champagne. Best with flavours of a Bresse roast chicken or a delicious milk-fed veal chop with chanterelle mushrooms.