| Rating | 96 |
| Style | Sparkling White |
| Blend | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier |
| Vintage | NV |
| Appellation |
Champagne France |
| ABV | 12.3% |
| Price | $100.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2025-12-09 |
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Champagne Billecart-Salmon Le Sous Bois NV Review
Within Billecart-Salmon’s extensive lineup of vibrant Champagnes, the Le Sous Bois cuvée might just be the most indulgent. This bottling is completely vinified in oak barrels and aged on the lees for five years, adding some serious richness to the palate. The result is a deep, opulent wine that delivers the creamy, yeasty flavor profile that Champagne nerds often search for. The wine’s toasty, vanilla notes are lifted by a linear acidity and lively bubbles.
*Tasted November 2025
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