Billecart-Salmon - Champagne 'Brut Réserve' NV (Magnum)

It all started here in 1818 when Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon were married, marking the creation of their Champagne House. This has been a family story since the beginning with Louis Salmon, brother of Elisabeth and a passionate oenologist, getting involved in the creation of the wines.

Thus, over 7 generations, each member of the family has endeavoured to continue the family tradition, staying faithful to the same motto: "Give priority to quality, strive for excellence".

The champagnes of Maison Billecart-Salmon are above all created thanks to the knowledge of the men who rigorously cultivate an estate of 100 hectares, obtaining grapes from an area totalling 300 hectares across 40 crus of the Champagne region.

The majority of the grapes used for vinification come from a radius of 20km around Epernay, where the Grand Crus of Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay co-exist, in the ethereal vineyards of the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs.

“Plenty of pinot character with strawberry and dried apple and some flint and matchstick, as well as stone. It’s medium- to full-bodied with freshness, a creamy texture and a long, delicious finish. 40% pinot meunier, 30% chardonnay and 30% pinot noir. 28% 2019 and the rest reserve wine going back to 2006. Dosage 3g/l.” - 93 Points, James Suckling

“Billecart-Salmon's 2019-based Brut Réserve continues the impressive rebirth of this cuvée, showing more focus, length and sapidity than previous versions. The dosage has dropped to 3g/L (from 9g/L in 2016), but the delicious nut oil and brown bread reserve wine depth props up roasted lime and apricot fruit. One to watch. 40% Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay.” - 92 Points, Decanter

“The most recent release of the NV Champagne Brut is based on the 2019 vintage and takes this cuvée to new heights, bringing down the dosage to 3 grams per liter dosage, while simultaneously significantly increasing the amount of reserve wine which comprises 62% of the blend, with 8% barrel aging. It retains the classic varietal blend of 40% Meunier and 30% each Pinot and Chardonnay. In the glass, it’s very precise while also retaining a lot of the immediate appeal this cuvée has always achieved, but it now has markedly improved in overall quality. On opening, it’s floral and expressive, with a touch of fresh tropical fruit of mango, cherry blossom, and wet stone. Medium-bodied, with juicy fruit upfront, it takes on the most focus and soars across the finish with crunchy salinity. I love the direction they have taken with this wine, which is more focused and linear. Drink 2024-2036.” - 92 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

Producer: Billecart-Salmon

Country: France

Region: Champagne

Varietal: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier

Appellation: Champagne

Vintage: NV

Size: 1.5L