Champagne Inspiration 1818 - Billecart-Salmon

Billecart-Salmon

Format: 75 cl

-8%


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Producer Billecart-Salmon
Name Champagne
Variety Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Gradation 12.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of citrus, yeast, white fruit, almond
Vinification method Classic method with secondary fermentation in bottle
Residual sugars Brut, about 6-12 g/l
Region Champagne
Production area Reims, Champagne
Country France
Type Classic method sparkling wine
Aging Minimum 36 months on the lees
Type of cask Oak barrels and steel
Color Straw yellow with golden reflections
Serving temperature 8-10°C
Recommended consumption To be consumed young for freshness
Pairing Aperitifs, seafood, light dishes
Champagne Inspiration 1818 by Billecart-Salmon is a refined tribute to the history of one of the most prestigious maisons of Champagne, born precisely in 1818 in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. This cru excels in expressing the perfect harmony between elegance and freshness, the result of selecting the best vineyards in the area and a skillful interpretation of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, the emblematic grapes of the territory.

The traditional method of aging, with a long maturation on the lees, delivers a fine and persistent sparkle, while the aromatic profile opens with notes of ripe white fruits, delicate citrus, and a touch of fragrant brioche, a sign of the complexity developed in the cellar. On the palate, it is balanced and vibrant, with a subtle minerality that enhances the terroir-driven character typical of Champagne.

Ideal as an aperitif or paired with delicate seafood dishes, Champagne Inspiration 1818 stands out for its ability to tell tradition and innovation in a glass, offering a refined and memorable sensory experience.
The winery

Billecart-Salmon – Winery in Champagne (Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Marne)

Discover the story and wines of Billecart-Salmon.

Historic Champagne house in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, known for an elegant, refined style and for its rosés and premium cuvées.
Region: Champagne (Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Marne)
Country: Francia
Founded: 1818
Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Founded in 1818 in Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ Family-run Renowned for its Brut Rosé and the Cuvée Nicolas François. A style focused on finesse, freshness and cellar aging Typical blends: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Winery history
Maison Billecart‑Salmon was founded in 1818 by the Billecart and Salmon families; its historic headquarters is in Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ, in the Champagne region. Having remained family-run for several generations, the house has produced iconic cuvées such as Cuvée Nicolas François and Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon, consolidating an international reputation for quality and stylistic consistency.
Production philosophy
A pursuit of finesse, balance and freshness: the Maison favors blending and extended cellar aging to produce gastronomic, harmonious wines. Family management allows choices focused on quality rather than mass production.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the village of Mareuil‑sur‑Aÿ, in the Marne department, the Maison sources grapes from terroirs in the Côte des Blancs, the Montagne de Reims and other classified areas of Champagne, with a focus on Grand and Premier Cru sites.

Official Awards

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