2012 Champagne Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon, Rosé, Brut

I do adore this cuvée. This is a beautiful rosé that combines the intensity of old vines on great terroir with that delicate but incisive Billecart style. In the blend, 10% is still Pinot Noir, made from ancient vines in Valofroy. The rest is a balance of 45% Pinot Noir and 55% Chardonnay – all from top vineyards. I bought some of the 2008 for my own cellar and I’m a little frustrated because now I’ll need to raid the piggy bank once again! This is just gorgeous – a little more floral and fruit-forward than the 2008 but it’s just as good.  I love the pinch of ginger spice that follows the fruit, and that silky texture… that’s something to savour.

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Edward Richardson, Private Client Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd