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| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Grape | Pinot Meunier |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (12.5%) |
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Champagne Billecart-Salmon Nicolas François is a prestige champagne produced since 1964 by the champagne house Billecart-Salmon, one of the most renowned producers in the Champagne region. The Nicolas François 2008 was allowed to mature in the cellars of Billecart-Salmon until 2023, making them the last of the major houses to release their 2008 prestige champagne. Nicolas François is named after the co-founder of the house, Nicolas François Billecart, and is a tribute to his vision and dedication to making excellent champagnes. This champagne is only produced in exceptional vintages, when the grapes (Grands crus and Premier crus) are of exceptional quality.
The Billecart-Salmon Les Rendez-Vous No. 3 is a special champagne that celebrates the unique characteristics of the Pinot Meunier grape. This cuvée is part of the "Les Rendez-Vous de Billecart-Salmon" series, in which the house experiments with specific grape varieties and terroirs to offer unique tasting experiences.
This champagne is composed of grapes from three historic villages: Leuvrigny, Festigny and Venteuil, located in the heart of the Vallée de la Marne. The wine is vinified in stainless steel tanks and then matured sur lattes (on the yeasts) for 64 months, which contributes to the complexity and depth of the flavour. The blend is composed of 70% base wine from 2015 and 30% reserve wines from 2013. The dosage is low, at only 2 g/l, resulting in an Extra Brut style that emphasises the purity and freshness of the wine.
Colour: A bright, golden yellow shade with silver reflections and a fine, persistent mousse.
Nose: Delicate floral aromas of lime blossom and freshly cut grass, combined with summery scents of grain and straw. These scents are complemented by fresh fruity notes and juicy citrus fruits, resulting in a refined and complex aromatic profile.
Taste: A sensual texture with rich, fruity flavours such as white cherry, pineapple and yellow plum. The wine has a refreshing acidity and a long finish with subtle hints of white pepper and a pleasant freshness of yellow fruit.
Les Rendez-Vous No. 3 is best served at a serving temperature of 10-12°C. This champagne is an excellent accompaniment to refined dishes such as a veal and foie gras pie or a Bresse pate en croûte. The complexity and freshness of the wine harmonise beautifully with the rich flavours of these dishes.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Winery | Billecart-Salmon |
| Grape | Pinot Meunier |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | Yes |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| James Suckling rating | 92 |
| Vinous rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Fris, Mineraal, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Iets te vieren, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Romantisch |
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90
From: New Non-Vintage Champagnes (Dec 2013)
(40% pinot meunier, 30% pinot noir and 30% chardonnay; L200352): Light, bright gold. Fresh red berries, orange zest and white flowers on the perfumed nose. Juicy and precise, offering energetic redcurrant and blood orange flavors that show good concentration and a supple texture. A mineral nuance adds bite to the finish, with the floral note echoing.
- By Josh Raynolds on December 2013
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Billecart-Salmon is a Champagne producer based in Aÿ, Champagne. The company has a rich history dating back to 1818 when it was founded by Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon. It remains one of the few family-owned Champagne producers with a tradition of producing high-quality, elegant Champagnes.
The Champagne House was founded by Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. The marriage of Nicolas and Elisabeth brought together the vineyards and wine traditions of their respective families and laid the foundation for the Billecart-Salmon brand. Nicolas was an experienced winemaker and together they started producing Champagne. Billecart-Salmon remains one of the few family-owned and operated Champagne houses in a region where many producers have been acquired by larger conglomerates. This family ownership has allowed the house to maintain its commitment to quality and tradition. Throughout its history, Billecart-Salmon has been recognized for its dedication to producing elegant and refined Champagnes. They are known for their meticulous attention to detail in the winemaking process, precise blending and use of high quality grapes. Billecart-Salmon is also at the forefront of innovation in champagne production. For example, in the 1950s they were one of the first houses to use stainless steel tanks for fermentation, which allowed better temperature control and preservation of the character of the grapes. Today, Billecart-Salmon is still owned and operated by the Billecart family. The specific individual members of the Billecart family involved in management are Francois and Antoine Roland-Billecart (6th generation) and Mathieu Roland-Billecart (7th generation).
Billecart-Salmon sources its grapes from vineyards in various sub-regions of Champagne. They use a significant portion of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier in their Champagnes. The grapes are carefully pressed and fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. They also emphasize a long aging process to develop the unique characteristics of their Champagnes. The art of blending is at the heart of Billecart-Salmon's production. Their cellar master, François Domi, plays a crucial role in crafting each cuvée with precision and consistency. The house is known for its low dosage levels, which means their Champagnes are typically drier and more focused on fruit character and terroir. Billecart-Salmon owns and manages vineyards in several key areas of the Champagne region. They have vineyards in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Aÿ, Avize and other Grand Crus, allowing them to source high quality grapes for their Champagnes. Billecart-Salmon produces a range of cuvées, each with its unique characteristics and style. They produce a number of different types of Champagnes. Some that can now be opened such as the Brut Rose and the Brut Sous Bois. Champagnes made in specific years such as the Nicolas Francois 2008 and the Elisabeth Salmon 2008. They also produce Champagnes from Single plots (Clos) such as the Clos-Saint-Hillaire, an extremely rare Champagne made from 100% Pinot Noir.
Champagne Billecart-Salmon Nicolas François is a prestige champagne produced since 1964 by the champagne house Billecart-Salmon, one of the most renowned producers in the Champagne region. The Nicolas François 2008 was allowed to mature in the cellars of Billecart-Salmon until 2023, making them the last of the major houses to release their 2008 prestige champagne. Nicolas François is named after the co-founder of the house, Nicolas François Billecart, and is a tribute to his vision and dedication to making excellent champagnes. This champagne is only produced in exceptional vintages, when the grapes (Grands crus and Premier crus) are of exceptional quality.
The Billecart-Salmon Les Rendez-Vous No. 3 is a special champagne that celebrates the unique characteristics of the Pinot Meunier grape. This cuvée is part of the "Les Rendez-Vous de Billecart-Salmon" series, in which the house experiments with specific grape varieties and terroirs to offer unique tasting experiences.
This champagne is composed of grapes from three historic villages: Leuvrigny, Festigny and Venteuil, located in the heart of the Vallée de la Marne. The wine is vinified in stainless steel tanks and then matured sur lattes (on the yeasts) for 64 months, which contributes to the complexity and depth of the flavour. The blend is composed of 70% base wine from 2015 and 30% reserve wines from 2013. The dosage is low, at only 2 g/l, resulting in an Extra Brut style that emphasises the purity and freshness of the wine.
Colour: A bright, golden yellow shade with silver reflections and a fine, persistent mousse.
Nose: Delicate floral aromas of lime blossom and freshly cut grass, combined with summery scents of grain and straw. These scents are complemented by fresh fruity notes and juicy citrus fruits, resulting in a refined and complex aromatic profile.
Taste: A sensual texture with rich, fruity flavours such as white cherry, pineapple and yellow plum. The wine has a refreshing acidity and a long finish with subtle hints of white pepper and a pleasant freshness of yellow fruit.
Les Rendez-Vous No. 3 is best served at a serving temperature of 10-12°C. This champagne is an excellent accompaniment to refined dishes such as a veal and foie gras pie or a Bresse pate en croûte. The complexity and freshness of the wine harmonise beautifully with the rich flavours of these dishes.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Winery | Billecart-Salmon |
| Grape | Pinot Meunier |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | Yes |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| James Suckling rating | 92 |
| Vinous rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Fris, Mineraal, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Iets te vieren, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Romantisch |
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90
From: New Non-Vintage Champagnes (Dec 2013)
(40% pinot meunier, 30% pinot noir and 30% chardonnay; L200352): Light, bright gold. Fresh red berries, orange zest and white flowers on the perfumed nose. Juicy and precise, offering energetic redcurrant and blood orange flavors that show good concentration and a supple texture. A mineral nuance adds bite to the finish, with the floral note echoing.
- By Josh Raynolds on December 2013
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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Billecart-Salmon is a Champagne producer based in Aÿ, Champagne. The company has a rich history dating back to 1818 when it was founded by Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon. It remains one of the few family-owned Champagne producers with a tradition of producing high-quality, elegant Champagnes.
The Champagne House was founded by Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. The marriage of Nicolas and Elisabeth brought together the vineyards and wine traditions of their respective families and laid the foundation for the Billecart-Salmon brand. Nicolas was an experienced winemaker and together they started producing Champagne. Billecart-Salmon remains one of the few family-owned and operated Champagne houses in a region where many producers have been acquired by larger conglomerates. This family ownership has allowed the house to maintain its commitment to quality and tradition. Throughout its history, Billecart-Salmon has been recognized for its dedication to producing elegant and refined Champagnes. They are known for their meticulous attention to detail in the winemaking process, precise blending and use of high quality grapes. Billecart-Salmon is also at the forefront of innovation in champagne production. For example, in the 1950s they were one of the first houses to use stainless steel tanks for fermentation, which allowed better temperature control and preservation of the character of the grapes. Today, Billecart-Salmon is still owned and operated by the Billecart family. The specific individual members of the Billecart family involved in management are Francois and Antoine Roland-Billecart (6th generation) and Mathieu Roland-Billecart (7th generation).
Billecart-Salmon sources its grapes from vineyards in various sub-regions of Champagne. They use a significant portion of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier in their Champagnes. The grapes are carefully pressed and fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. They also emphasize a long aging process to develop the unique characteristics of their Champagnes. The art of blending is at the heart of Billecart-Salmon's production. Their cellar master, François Domi, plays a crucial role in crafting each cuvée with precision and consistency. The house is known for its low dosage levels, which means their Champagnes are typically drier and more focused on fruit character and terroir. Billecart-Salmon owns and manages vineyards in several key areas of the Champagne region. They have vineyards in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Aÿ, Avize and other Grand Crus, allowing them to source high quality grapes for their Champagnes. Billecart-Salmon produces a range of cuvées, each with its unique characteristics and style. They produce a number of different types of Champagnes. Some that can now be opened such as the Brut Rose and the Brut Sous Bois. Champagnes made in specific years such as the Nicolas Francois 2008 and the Elisabeth Salmon 2008. They also produce Champagnes from Single plots (Clos) such as the Clos-Saint-Hillaire, an extremely rare Champagne made from 100% Pinot Noir.
