Billecart Salmon Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart 2012
Balance and Richness
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Product Code FR-03012
This exceptional cuvée, created in 1964 in tribute to the House’s founder, is the result of a blend of the best terroirs from the Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir) and the Côte des Blancs vineyards (Chardonnay). Its vinification, partly in traditional oak casks, underpins the generous character of this fine, elegant and rich wine
100% grands and premiers crus:
60% of Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims and the Vallée de la Marne
(Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Aÿ et Verzenay)
40% of Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs (Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly, Avize)
10% of wines are vinified in oak casks
Ageing on lees: 120 months
Dosage: 3.8g/l