Billecart-Salmon

Champagne Louis Salmon - Jeroboam Cassa di Legno - Billecart-Salmon 2012

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Format: 300 cl

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Technical information
Producer Billecart-Salmon
Name Champagne
Variety Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Vintage 2012
Gradation 12.0%
Format 300 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of citrus, yeast, white fruit
Vinification method Classic method with secondary fermentation in bottle
Residual sugars 8 g/l
Region Champagne
Production area Reims and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
Country France
Type Sparkling wine
Aging Minimum 3 years on the lees
Type of cask Jeroboam wooden case
Color White sparkling wine
Serving temperature 8-10°C
Recommended consumption Within 5 years from production
Pairing Aperitifs, fish, shellfish
The Champagne Louis Salmon Jeroboam Cassa di Legno by Billecart-Salmon is an elegant expression of the refinement of Champagne, produced in the renowned Champagne region, specifically in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. This Jeroboam, with its 3 liters, represents a prestigious format ideal for special moments and celebrations, kept in a wooden case that enhances its value and elegance. The vineyard is essentially based on the classic grape varieties of this denomination, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, carefully selected to ensure balance and complexity.

The prolonged aging on the lees gives this champagne a magical finesse, with a creamy and lively mousse that caresses the palate. On the nose, pleasant notes of ripe fruit, citrus, and lightly toasted aromas open up, followed by a delicate spiciness that enriches the bouquet. On the palate, the balance between freshness and structure offers an enveloping and persistent experience, typical of the refined style of Billecart-Salmon.

This champagne pairs gracefully with dishes based on shellfish, sushi, and even delicate white meats, proving to be a refined choice for those seeking a high-quality product from a prestigious terroir.
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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