Champagne Brut Reserve - Billiot

Name: Champagne Brut Reserve - Billiot
Brand: Billiot
SKU: VAL-BBR1
Price: 51.22 EUR
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Format: 75 cl

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$51.22

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Technical information

Producer	Billiot
Name	Champagne Brut Réserve
Variety	Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Gradation	12.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Notes of yeast, white fruit, citrus, almond
Vinification method	Classic method with secondary fermentation in bottle
Residual sugars	About 8-12 g/l
Region	Champagne
Country	France
Type	Classic method sparkling wine
Aging	Minimum 15 months on the lees
Type of cask	Stainless steel tanks and bottle for secondary fermentation
Color	Straw yellow with golden reflections
Serving temperature	8-10°C
Recommended consumption	Within 3-5 years from production
Pairing	Aperitifs, fish, shellfish, light dishes

Descrizione

The "Champagne Brut Reserve" from the renowned Billiot house stands out as an exceptional choice for lovers of high-quality French wines. This label is distinguished by its refinement and the richness of its bouquet, the result of a skilled combination of grapes from the best vineyards in the Champagne region.

With its straw-yellow color and subtle golden reflections, the Billiot Brut Reserve reveals at first glance a wine of great elegance. The fine, persistent bubbles anticipate the complexity and freshness that characterize this champagne.

On the nose, the Brut Reserve offers intense aromatics, with notes of fresh fruit such as peach and lemon, enhanced by nuances of white flowers and slight hints of toasted bread and almond, a product of the long maturation period on the yeasts.

On the palate, the liveliness of the acidity is perfectly balanced by the medium body and smooth structure. A complex flavor palette unfolds with flavors of white-fleshed fruit, citrus nuances, and an elegant mineral aftertaste that contributes to a long and lingering finish.

Ideal as an aperitif, the "Champagne Brut Reserve - Billiot" pairs beautifully with delicate dishes such as oysters, salmon tartare, or light fish-based starters. Its versatility also makes it perfect for celebrating special occasions, ensuring an unforgettable taste experience.

The winemaker and producer have created a perfect balance between tradition and innovation, making this champagne a true jewel of French viticulture. A must-have for the cellar of every enthusiast.

The winery

Domaine Pillot (Romain & Simon) – Winery in Borgogna (Côte Chalonnaise - Mercurey)

Discover the story and wines of Domaine Pillot (Romain & Simon).

A family-owned winery in Mercurey (Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy) led by Romain and Simon Pillot; producing traditionally styled red and white wines with village-level labels and some Premier Cru.

Region: Borgogna (Côte Chalonnaise - Mercurey)

Country: Francia

Grapes: Pinot Nero, Chardonnay, Gamay

Production on 17 hectares in the Côte Chalonnaise. Range that includes regional Burgundies, Village wines and Mercurey 1er Cru. Winemaking method declared as traditional, with manual harvesting in many parcels. Annual production listed on the website: approximately 900 hl. Winery run by Romain & Simon Pillot.

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Winery history

The Pillot family has been established in the Côte Chalonnaise for several generations: the company's website records six generations of winegrowers and viticultural activity on these hills for around 150 years. Bottles have been marketed since the 1960s, and the winery, with parts dating to the 18th century, was renovated in the 1990s. Romain and Simon are listed as the current managers, who officially took the reins of the estate in 2024.

Production philosophy

The estate highlights the passing down of family knowledge, a traditional winemaking approach, and meticulous vineyard care to express the character of Mercurey's terroirs. Traditional practices are combined with modern equipment and careful attention to the quality of the vineyard parcels.

Terroir and vineyards

Vineyards located in the Mercurey area in the Côte Chalonnaise, with parcels in crus such as 'Clos des Montaigus' and 'En Sazenay', and vineyards facing southeast on the area's typical clay-limestone soils.