Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose, Champagne, France

Billecart-Salmon’s Brut Rosé is a benchmark in the world of rosé Champagne, an exquisite blend of Chardonnay, Meunier, and Pinot Noir vinified as a red wine. Sourced from over 40 crus within a 20-kilometer radius of Épernay, this cuvée showcases the precision and elegance that define the house style. From Montagne de Reims to the Côte des Blancs, each terroir plays a role in crafting this Champagne’s remarkable finesse, radiant color, and layered complexity.

Product Details:

• Grape Varieties: 43% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Noir, 24% Meunier
• Base Wines: 57% from the most recent 2019 harvest, 43% reserve wines dating back to 2014
• Fermentation: Stainless steel tank fermentation, no oak aging
• Malolactic Fermentation: Partial
• Aging: Aged in the house’s limestone cellars, blending maturity and freshness
• Dosage: 5.1 g/L (Extra Brut)
• Disgorgement Date: 2nd Quarter 2022
• Winemaker: Florent Nys

Sensory Description:

Delicate yet expressive, this Brut Rosé gleams with a radiant, pale pink hue, its fine bubbles dancing with graceful effervescence. The nose unfolds with subtle, fine aromas of red-berry compote, citrus zest, and delicate floral undertones. The palate is effortlessly refined, offering a creamy, silky texture with notes of wild strawberries and raspberries. A whisper of minerality lends precision, carrying the wine to a crisp, refreshing finish that lingers with remarkable elegance.

Winemaker’s Background:

Founded in 1818 after the marriage of Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon, Billecart-Salmon remains a family-run house, renowned for its commitment to terroir expression and meticulous winemaking. The house has pioneered low-temperature fermentation, a technique that enhances freshness and clarity. Biodynamic principles are embraced in the vineyard, with a focus on biodiversity and minimal intervention. From their limestone cellars in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, the wines are carefully aged, ensuring a balance of vibrancy and depth that defines Billecart-Salmon’s signature style.

Serving Suggestions:

Best enjoyed between 46 ° and 50°F, this Champagne is a stunning companion to a range of dishes. Its bright acidity and delicate fruit pair beautifully with wild salmon, langoustine carpaccio, or a simple Milanese escalope. For an indulgent pairing, try it alongside spiny lobster with bottarga carpaccio. And for dessert? Macarons infused with rose, raspberry, and lychee will elevate the Champagne’s floral and berry notes, creating an unforgettable experience.