Billecart-Salmon : Cuvée Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2006

The minerality and aromatic expression of a vintage Blanc de Blancs

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 in order to approach an authentic fruit and reflect the quality of the Champagne terroir.

The wine

Made from the best terroirs of 4 Grands Crus from the Côte des Blancs (Avize, Chouilly, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant) this Cuvée Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs pays tribute to Elisabeth Salmon's brother. According to research carried out by a passionate historian at the request of the property, archives have indeed established that Louis Salmon would have participated in the development of the first cuvées of the house.

Vinification and aging

Vinification of 5% of the juices in oak barrels. This vintage champagne 2006 has undergone maturation on lees for a period of 9 to 10 years.

Blend

100% chardonnay.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Cuvée Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2006 from Billecart-Salmon

Tasting

Color
Crystalline, the color is a beautiful golden yellow adorned with subtle green reflections. The effervescence is lively and persistent.

Nose
Complex and mineral, the nose mixes fragrances of whipped cream, white flowers and lemony citrus with chalky notes of great purity.

Palate
The palate seduces with its finesse, its creamy and suave touch. Balanced, the palate exhales refreshing flavors of citron zest, flat peach and white pepper up to an aromatic and persistent finish.

Service and aging

For optimal tasting, serve at 11-12°C. This cuvée can wait in cellars for more than 10 years.

Food and wine pairings

The Cuvée Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2006 from Billecart-Salmon ideally pairs with whole Corrèze veal rice in a casserole or a creamy seafood risotto.