2009 Billecart-Salmon 'Cuvée Louis' Blanc de Blancs

Product Details

Tags: Practicing Organic

This cuvée was named in tribute to Louis, Elisabeth Salmon’s brother, who was passionate about oenology and highly involved in winemaking from the earliest creation of the House. Originating from the best parcels of the Côte des Blancs, the Blanc de Blancs vintage is endowed with purity and minerality.

About the Producer

It all started here in 1818 when Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon were married, marking the creation of their Champagne House. This has been a family story since the beginning with Louis Salmon, brother of Elisabeth and a passionate oenologist, getting involved in the creation of the wines.

Thus, over 7 generations, each member of the family has endeavored to continue the family tradition, staying faithful to the same motto: "Give priority to quality, strive for excellence".

Tasting Notes

The first expression is distinctive for its elegant patina that’s nutty and complex, with flesh and pulp of citrus fruits (mandarin, yuzu, and pear in syrup). An aromatic profile of distinguished and sophisticated purity and a chalky, balanced and crystalline character (fresh honey and raw butter). An undeniable floral charm.

A creamy sensation in the mouth with a beautifully chiselled finesse. Beautiful and refreshing balance of natural flavours(marzipan, flaky brioche, white fruits and white pepper). This powerful, soaring wine with majestic typicity prolongs its finish towards an aromatic persistence of incredible length (cardamom, fresh mango and lemon caviar).

Technical Details

100% Chardonnay grands crus of Côtes des Blancs: 21% Chouilly, 58% Cramant, 21% Mesnil-sur-Oger

Dosage: 3,75g/l
Partial malolactic fermentation
100% Vinification in stainless steel tanks
Ageing on lees: 144 months

Critics Scores

James Suckling | 96 pts

Wine Enthusiast | 95 pts

Robert Parker | 95 pts