Billecart-Salmon

Champagne Le Réserve - Magnum - Astucciato - Billecart-Salmon

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Format: 150 cl

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Technical information
Producer Billecart-Salmon
Name Champagne
Gradation 12.5%
Format 150 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of yeast, white fruit, citrus
Vinification method Classic method (secondary fermentation in bottle)
Region Champagne
Production area Champagne Region
Country France
Type Sparkling
Aging Minimum 15 months on the lees
Color White sparkling, straw color
Serving temperature 8-10°C
Recommended consumption To be consumed young or within 5 years
Pairing Aperitifs, fish, shellfish
Champagne Le Réserve by Billecart-Salmon, presented in magnum format and wrapped in an elegant case, represents a perfect balance between freshness and complexity. Produced in the renowned Champagne region, this blend highlights the main local grape varieties, particularly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, whose grapes contribute to a harmonious structure and vibrant liveliness. The prolonged aging on the lees imparts the wine with a richness of delicate aromas of bread crust, almond, and ripe white fruit, while the fine and persistent bubbles enhance the pleasantness on the palate.

The production area, characterized by limestone soils and a cool climate, gives Le Réserve an extraordinary minerality that is perceived in every sip, making it ideal for those seeking a balance between elegance and personality. This Champagne is perfect both as an aperitif and paired with seafood dishes, shellfish, and light fish preparations, enhancing their nuances without overpowering them. The choice of the magnum format is not only aesthetic: it allows optimal maturation and greater complexity over time, making every toast a memorable 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.

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