| Rating | 94 |
| Style | Sparkling Rosé |
| Blend | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Appellation |
Champagne France |
| ABV | 12% |
| Price | $230.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2024-12-03 |
Perfect For
Holiday Meals, Special Occasion Splurges, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Champagne Billecart-Salmon Elisabeth Salmon 2012 Review
This special cuvée was first created in 1988, as a tribute to one of the house’s founders, Elisabeth Salmon. This rare wine is only made in the most exceptional years from only Grand and Premier Cru sites. The 2012 vintage is a blend of 55 percent Chardonnay and 45 percent Pinot Noir, aged on the lees for an extensive 115 months, which lends it a rich, creamy texture. The palate is deep and complex with pops of cranberries, cherry liqueur, and blood orange with a strong mineral backbone.
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