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Billecart Salmon Brut Reserve N.V.

Billecart Salmon Brut Reserve N.V.

2024-08-12 | By Tom A.

Region: Champagne | Varietal: Chardonnay | ABV: 12% | Price: $60

The Billecart Salmon Brut Reserve N.V. greets the eye with a delicate golden hue adorned by persistent streams of fine bubbles. Its aroma unfolds gracefully, inviting you to experience scents akin to freshly baked brioche, intertwined with hints of marzipan and a whisper of citrus zest. On the palate, this wine reveals a harmonious balance of bracing acidity and well-defined flavors, reminiscent of ripe pear and white peach, transitioning to a subtle almond finish that lingers delightfully. The texture is both creamy and refreshing, offering a sensation akin to silky ribbons cascading across your tongue. Ideal for those moments of celebration or quiet indulgence, this champagne is versatile enough to accompany a variety of dishes, pairing beautifully with seared scallops drizzled in lemon butter, or a fresh citrus salad sprinkled with mint and goat cheese. It serves as a refreshing companion to a range of seafood, as well as spicy Thai dishes, enhancing the complex flavors with its bright effervescence. This wine is a blend of blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier is dry and floral, with aromas of ripe pears.

This sparkling wine captivates not only the palate but also the spirit, making it a splendid choice for toasting life’s special occasions or simply savoring on a sunlit afternoon.

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Food Pairings

Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve NV is a beautifully balanced Champagne with crisp acidity, delicate minerality, and notes of citrus and brioche. This pairs excellently with fresh seafood, where the wine's refreshing bubbles and bright citrus notes complement the tender sweetness of prawns or the brininess of fresh oysters.

Why It Works

The high acidity and effervescence of the Brut Réserve cleanse the palate, enhancing delicate seafood flavors without overpowering them. The wine’s citrus notes mirror the fresh qualities of seafood, while the subtle yeastiness mirrors toasted bread, creating harmony with any butter or bread base in the dish.

Essential Ingredients

  • Prawns
  • Garlic
  • Butter
  • Parsley
  • Lemon
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About the Region

Champagne in France

""Champagne is the only region in the world legally allowed to produce true Champagne. Its chalky soils and cool climate create the perfect conditions for sparkling wines. The primary varietals that are grown in Champagne are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Sparkling wine produced from white grape varieties like Chardonnay are often referred to as Blanc-de-Blanc or white-from-white.""

Viticulture Area: Champagne AOC

Famous for: World-famous sparkling wines

Varietals: No varietals available

Total Vineyards: 319

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About the Varietal

Chardonnay

Preferred Terroir: Versatile, thrives in both cool and warm climates; prefers limestone or chalky soils.

Major Regions: Burgundy (France), California (USA), Champagne (France), South Australia, New Zealand

Characteristics

    Citrus fruit: Lemon (High), Lime (Medium-high)

    Green fruit: Green apple (High)

    Tropical fruit: Pineapple (Medium)

    Floral: Honeysuckle (Medium)

    Spice: Vanilla (High)

    Plant Characteristics: Small berries (Medium-high), Thin skins (Medium)

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