2008 Billecart Salmon Champagne Cuvee Nicolas Francois MAGNUM
Frankrig
Champagne
Mareuil-Sur-Ay
Mousserende
1500ml
Billecart Salmon
OC/3
96 Points Antonio Galloni Vinous.com Marts 2023
“The 2008 Brut Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart is an electric, nervy
Champagne that very much reflects the style of the year. Crushed rocks,
mint, spice, dried herbs, hazelnut, lemon peel and marzipan are all
beautifully laced together. The 2008 is just entering its first plateau of
maturity, making it a fine choice for drinking now and over the next two
decades, possibly more. The blend id 60% Pinot Noir (from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ,
Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzy and Verzenay) and 40% Chardonnay (from Mesnil,
Chouilly and Cramant). It’s a terrific effort, although I must add that a recent
visit made it pretty clear that even better things lie ahead. Dosage is 4 grams
per liter.