{"product_id":"billecart-salmon-champagne-le-blanc-de-blancs-750ml","title":"Billecart-Salmon Champagne Le Blanc de Blancs 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptionally refined expression of Chardonnay, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBillecart-Salmon Le Blanc de Blancs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is crafted entirely from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrand Cru vineyards in the Côte des Blancs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of Champagne’s most celebrated terroirs for Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cuvée brings together fruit from the prestigious villages of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvize, Chouilly, Cramant and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, producing a Champagne of remarkable purity, precision and mineral intensity. Billecart-Salmon blends wines from two different years, allowing the House to capture both freshness and complexity while maintaining its signature elegant style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the wine is vinified in stainless-steel tanks to preserve its delicate fruit and mineral character. Between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20% and 50% reserve wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are incorporated into the blend, adding depth and complexity, while extended aging of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 to 5 years on the lees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creates its refined texture and beautifully integrated mousse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, Le Blanc de Blancs displays a luminous golden color with subtle green reflections and an exceptionally fine stream of bubbles. The mousse is delicate yet generous, giving the Champagne an elegant and polished appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bouquet is precise and mineral-driven, revealing aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite flowers, fresh butter and brioche\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by bright citrus and subtle chalky notes. With time in the glass, the wine develops additional layers while retaining a remarkable sense of finesse and freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate, it is beautifully creamy yet vibrant. Flavors of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efresh almond, lemon zest and citrus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are carried by a distinctly chalky texture, reflecting the limestone-rich soils of the Côte des Blancs. A delicate meringue-like richness adds softness and depth, while the Champagne’s natural acidity keeps the palate fresh, energetic and beautifully balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finish is long, smooth and mineral, with a subtle saline note that adds precision and makes the wine particularly compelling at the table. Billecart-Salmon describes the cuvée as combining impressive vinosity with an unexpectedly fresh finish — a style that appeals especially to lovers of elegant, mineral-driven Champagne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pipProdMakerNote\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipProdMakerNote_headline\"\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdMakerNote_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fine mousse of delicate bubbles elegantly accompanies the glints of its gold color. A cuvée that will surprise you with its pure intensity of dry fruits aromas, almonds and fresh hazelnuts mixed with those of fruits of white flesh. The creamy sensation of the bubble associated to aromas of buttered brioche and mineral aromas. Persistent finish with a fresh and elegant sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis great bottle will make a perfect marriage with caviar or fine oysters but also with grilled fish and seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlock the secrets of your cuvée with MyOrigin. Your digital tool to discover the Champagne you’re about to taste, down to every last detail: grape varieties, dosage, disgorgement date, number of vintages contained in each cuvée, total sugar and food pairings. Billecart-Salmon reveals everything in full transparency thanks to the 6-digit number located on the back label of your bottle, magnum or jeroboam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProfessional Ratings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e96 Tasting Panel: \u003cspan\u003eThe prismatic nose on this stately beauty, aged on the lees for four to five years, emits by turn notes of lemon- lime, herbed shortbread, hazelnut skin, green pear, and a hint of green olive against a backdrop of chalky minerality, which also provides the framework for brushstrokes of yel- low plum, lime leaf, pomelo, young apricot, and blanched almond on the palate. The texture is supple, the acidity oh-so-pretty, and the finish salt-flecked. For the holiday season, the Billecart-Salmon Eco-friendly Champagne Bucket Gift Set, which includes a bottle of the wine, will be available exclusively at Wally's Wine \u0026amp; Spirits for $150.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 James Suckling:  \u003c\/span\u003eA biscuity, silky blanc de blancs that has very fine bubbles and aromas of lemon peel, sliced apple, fresh croissant and chalk. It’s elegant and beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e93 Wine Enthusiast: \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTaut and mineral, this fine Blanc de Blancs Champagne brings out the crispness of Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs. Its croissant aroma suggests some bottle age, confirmed in the ripeness of the white fruits and acidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Wine Spectator: A well-tailored Champagne, with precision to the integration of its chiseled acidity, fine, lacy texture and lovely range of patisserie apple and pear, lemon parfait, pickled ginger and white blossoms. A hint of marzipan enriches the lasting finish. Disgorged Spring 2024. Drink now through 2030.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBlend: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Grand Cru Côte des Blancs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvize · Chouilly · Cramant · Le Mesnil-sur-Oger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Luminous gold with delicate green reflections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White flowers, brioche, fresh butter and mineral notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lemon zest, citrus, fresh almond, chalk and delicate meringue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Creamy, precise, elegant and mineral-driven\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long, refined and saline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReserve Wines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 20–50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLees Aging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4–5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Cellaring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8–10 years for a 750ml bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 50°F \/ 10°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOysters · Caviar · Scallops · Langoustines · Seafood carpaccio · Ceviche · Turbot · Sushi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBillecart-Salmon Le Blanc de Blancs is a beautifully precise Grand Cru Champagne, combining creamy Chardonnay richness with brilliant citrus freshness, chalky minerality and the effortless elegance for which the House is renowned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53945700581659,"sku":"210000061019","price":108.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/rwv11o3c8j9rwzo0hd0x.jpg?v=1789409216","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/billecart-salmon-champagne-le-blanc-de-blancs-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}