Champagne Cuvée Nicolas Francois - Billecart-Salmon 2008

Billecart-Salmon

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier · Champagne · 75 cl · 2008

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Producer Billecart-Salmon
Name Champagne
Variety Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Vintage 2008
Gradation 12.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of white fruit, citrus, yeast, almond
Vinification method Classic method with bottle refermentation
Residual sugars Brut, about 6-12 g/l
Region Champagne
Country France
Type Classic method sparkling wine
Aging Minimum 3 years 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 or within 5 years
Pairing Aperitifs, fish, shellfish, refined dishes
The Champagne Cuvée Nicolas Francois by Billecart-Salmon embodies the elegance and finesse typical of one of the most prestigious maisons of the Côte des Blancs. Produced with a careful selection of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grapes from the vineyards of the Champagne region, this sparkling wine stands out for its extraordinary complexity and vibrant freshness. The extended aging on the lees gives it a creamy texture and a fine perlage that dances in the glass, anticipating aromatic notes of citrus, bread crust, and light mineral nuances.

On the nose, it expresses itself with intensity and grace, revealing scents of green apple, white flowers, and a delicate touch of dried fruit that evolves on the palate into a perfect balance between acidity and softness. The taste persistence leaves a pleasantly savory and slightly toasted mark, typical of the Burgundian wine tradition that Billecart-Salmon masterfully interprets.

Ideal to accompany fish dishes, shellfish, and refined cuisine, the Champagne Cuvée Nicolas Francois is an authentic expression of the territory and the passion of this cellar in creating bubbles of great personality and harmony.
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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