Billecart-Salmon

Champagne Demi-sec - Billecart-Salmon

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Billecart-Salmon
Name Champagne Demi-sec
Variety Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Gradation 12.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of ripe fruit, honey, brioche
Vinification method Classic method with bottle refermentation
Residual sugars 32-50 g/l
Region Champagne
Country France
Type Demi-sec sparkling wine
Aging Minimum 3 years on the lees
Color Straw yellow with golden reflections
Serving temperature 8-10°C
Recommended consumption Within 3-5 years from production
Pairing Desserts, pastries, foie gras
The Champagne Demi-sec by Billecart-Salmon represents a perfect balance between elegance and sweetness, typical of the renowned Champagne region in France. Made mainly with a base of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, this demi-sec stands out for its smooth structure and characteristic higher sugar dosage compared to brut, which gives a pleasant roundness on the palate.

The aging method strictly follows the traditional Champagne process, with a second fermentation in the bottle and a long maturation period on the lees, which provides aromatic complexity and a fine perlage. On the nose, notes of ripe fruit such as peach and apricot emerge, accompanied by hints of honey and vanilla, while on the palate the sweetness is balanced by a lively acidity that keeps the taste fresh and harmonious.

This Champagne Demi-sec is ideal as a refined aperitif or paired with fruit-based desserts and dry pastries, emphasizing its sweet vein without being heavy. A true jewel of the Maison Billecart-Salmon, synonymous with quality and savoir-faire, enchanting with its grace and depth.
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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