Description
// 40% Pinot Meunier, 30% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir
2019 base vintage (38%), with 62% reserve wine
3g/L dosage (disgorged mid-2023)
Ageing on lees - 30 months
"With reflections of straw yellow, this cuvée is recognisable by the finesse of its slowly rising bubbles and its persistent and plentiful mousse. Overall it portrays a luminous radiance of sparkling youthfulness. On the nose, there is a maturity with a touch of floral freshness for this cuvée, which expresses aromas of fresh fruit and ripe pears. On the palate, a full and precise flavour followed by a fine freshness and a rich bouquet bear witness to the ageing of this cuvée in the House’s traditional cellars. The ideal partner for every occasion. It is perfect as an aperitif and can be enjoyed with a wide variety of dishes." - House Notes
"Excellent clarity of fruit here with lemon and orange zest, sliced pears, fresh figs and walnuts. Saline components. Medium-bodied, sleek and fresh, with tight bubbles and bright acidity. Focused and refreshing." - 92 Points, James Suckling
"Billecart-Salmon's 2019-based Brut Réserve continues the impressive rebirth of this cuvée, showing more focus, length and sapidity than previous versions. The dosage has dropped to 3g/L (from 9g/L in 2016), but the delicious nut oil and brown bread reserve wine depth props up roasted lime and apricot fruit. One to watch." - 92 Points, Tom Hewson, Decanter
