Billecart Salmon, Cuvee Louis Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2012 musky earth and spicecake aromas

musky earth and spicecake aromas show outstanding clarity and pick up a smoky mineral nuance with aeration

The 2001 Syrah Astralis Vineyard may be just as compelling as the 2002

This is a far cry from the old-school style of Troplong Mondot from a few years back

whilst retaining a sense of elegance and translating the terroir

silky-textured finish

Billecart Salmon, Cuvee Louis Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2012 musky earth and spicecake aromasThe 2006 Brut Cuve Louis Salmon is a fabulous Champagne that balances the natural richness of the year with tons of energy. In this very warm vintage the winemaking team opted to block most of the malolactic fermentation (70%) to preserve freshness, an approach that worked beautifully. The weight of the year is present, but it is balanced by the wine's freshness and energy. Time in the glass brings out hints of chamomile, marzipan and lemon confit. At