Billecart Salmon, Cuvee Louis Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2012 5 ha parcel situated directly

5 ha parcel situated directly across from Domaine Rousseau’s parcel of Chambertin)

earth and a hint of humus give way to equally earthy medium weight flavors that possess good volume and a fine muscularity

silky-textured finish

The 2001 Syrah Astralis Vineyard may be just as compelling as the 2002

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Billecart Salmon, Cuvee Louis Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2012 5 ha parcel situated directlyThe 2006 Brut Cuve Louis Salmon is a fabulous Champagne that balances the natural richness of the year with tons of energy. In this very warm vintage the winemaking team opted to block most of the malolactic fermentation (70%) to preserve freshness, an approach that worked beautifully. The weight of the year is present, but it is balanced by the wine's freshness and energy. Time in the glass brings out hints of chamomile, marzipan and lemon confit. At