Part of the Billecart-Salmon Millesime collection, the Cuvee Louis is a tribute to Elizabeth Salmons' brother, who was instrumental in the early days of the House. Sourced from Billecart's best Grand Cru Chardonnay parcels in the Cote des Blancs, specifically in Chouilly, Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Cramant, the Cuvee Louis is an exercise in mineral purity. 2012 is a blend of 100% Chardonnay and 60% Mesnil-sur-Oger,
23% Cramant, 11% Chouilly and 6% Oiry. This was finished with a 3.9-gram dosage after aging almost 10 years on the lees. The Cuvee Louis sees a partial malolactic fermentation with 25% vinified in oak barrels. Incredibly elegant and mineral-driven, this has an excellent freshness of thoroughbred fruit thanks to the partial malo but with extraordinary depth and complexity from seeing a bit of oak and its long aging on the lees. 2012 is a very fresh and focused year for Blanc de Blancs, and this is an elegant example of fantastic aromatic sophistication that echos on the palate with stunning complexity and power. Stone fruit citrus, from fresh to candied, along with beautiful minerals, crystalline purity, and a touch of maturity, create a beautiful, intricate drinking experience. It's an outstanding example from this revered producer and a great buy at this low price.
Antonio Galloni 97 points! "The 2012 Brut Blancs de Blancs Louis Salmon is a gorgeous Champagne. Lemon confit, spice, baked apple tart, chamomile and dried flowers are all nicely amplified. The 2012 was done 75% in tank and 25% in oak, with most of the lots undergoing malolactic fermentation. There's a feeling of reserve in the 2012 that is quite appealing. This edition is terrific, but it also needs time to be at its best. I would be in no rush to open this. Low yields and a year beset by frost, hail, heavy rain, mildew and sunburn at various times produced a rich Champagne. The blend of sites in Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly, Cramant and Oiry works so well. Dosage is 3.9 grams per liter. Disgorged: first trimester 2023."
2012 Billecart-Salmon Champagne Grand Cru Louis Salmon Brut Blanc de Blancs
2012 Billecart-Salmon Champagne Grand Cru Louis Salmon Brut Blanc de Blancs
Part of the Billecart-Salmon Millesime collection, the Cuvee Louis is a tribute to Elizabeth Salmons' brother, who was instrumental in the early days of the House. Sourced from Billecart's best Grand Cru Chardonnay parcels in the Cote des Blancs, specifically in Chouilly, Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Cramant, the Cuvee Louis is an exercise in mineral purity. 2012 is a blend of 100% Chardonnay and 60% Mesnil-sur-Oger,
23% Cramant, 11% Chouilly and 6% Oiry. This was finished with a 3.9-gram dosage after aging almost 10 years on the lees. The Cuvee Louis sees a partial malolactic fermentation with 25% vinified in oak barrels. Incredibly elegant and mineral-driven, this has an excellent freshness of thoroughbred fruit thanks to the partial malo but with extraordinary depth and complexity from seeing a bit of oak and its long aging on the lees. 2012 is a very fresh and focused year for Blanc de Blancs, and this is an elegant example of fantastic aromatic sophistication that echos on the palate with stunning complexity and power. Stone fruit citrus, from fresh to candied, along with beautiful minerals, crystalline purity, and a touch of maturity, create a beautiful, intricate drinking experience. It's an outstanding example from this revered producer and a great buy at this low price.
Antonio Galloni 97 points! "The 2012 Brut Blancs de Blancs Louis Salmon is a gorgeous Champagne. Lemon confit, spice, baked apple tart, chamomile and dried flowers are all nicely amplified. The 2012 was done 75% in tank and 25% in oak, with most of the lots undergoing malolactic fermentation. There's a feeling of reserve in the 2012 that is quite appealing. This edition is terrific, but it also needs time to be at its best. I would be in no rush to open this. Low yields and a year beset by frost, hail, heavy rain, mildew and sunburn at various times produced a rich Champagne. The blend of sites in Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly, Cramant and Oiry works so well. Dosage is 3.9 grams per liter. Disgorged: first trimester 2023."
