Billecart-Salmon - Brut Rose NV (750ml)

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Producer	Billecart-Salmon
Country	France
Region	Champagne
Varietal	Champagne Blend
Sku	01588
Size	750ml

Widely considered a benchmark for rosé Champagne, known for its pale salmon pink hue, fine effervescence, and high precision. Produced by the family-owned Champagne Billecart-Salmon house (est. 1818), this non-vintage cuvée is celebrated for its elegance and consistent quality.

Nose: Subtle and fine, featuring aromas of wild strawberries, raspberries, citrus zest, and floral notes like rose petals or hibiscus.

Palate: A creamy, smooth tactile sensation with "remarkable precision". Common flavor notes include crunchy redcurrant, white cherry, nectarine, and a hint of almond or chalky minerality on the finish.

Style: Light, fresh, and ethereal, with mouthwatering acidity that makes it highly "vinous" (wine-like) yet delicate.

Composition: A blend of approximately 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, and 30% Pinot Noir. It gains its signature color from the addition of a small percentage of still red wine, often sourced from old-vine Pinot Noir in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ.

Method: Vinified mostly in stainless steel to maintain freshness, with 36 months of aging on the lees.

Dosage: Typically 7-9 g/l (Brut), though some recent releases have seen lower dosages of ~5 g/l, occasionally labeled as "Le Rosé".

Food Pairings:

Seafood: Wild salmon, langoustine carpaccio, sushi/sashimi, or scallops with lemon caper sauce.
Light Bites: Smoked salmon on toast points, charcuterie, or even high-end snacks like caviar on potato chips.
Main Courses: Roasted chicken, duck terrine with raspberry sauce, or lightly spiced Indian cuisine.
Desserts: Lightly sweetened red berry tarts or desserts with an "acidic crunch".