2012 | Billecart-Salmon 'Cuvee Nicolas-Francois | Champagne Tait Wines charred bacon fat and cracked

charred bacon fat and cracked peppercorn

followed by refreshing notes of menthol and a touch of spice

with firm yet fine tannins

While the Lion is sourced entirely from Weinviertel

2012 | Billecart-Salmon 'Cuvee Nicolas-Francois | Champagne Tait Wines charred bacon fat and crackedThis complex Champagne has delicious aromas of waffle cones, vanilla beans, apricots and pastry with touches of white chocolate and salted caramel. Its electric on the palate, which is creamy yet structured and focused, with a fine bead of bubbles and a zesty, tangy backbone of acidity. Long and tense finish. 60% pinot noir and 40% chardonnay (all premier and grand cru), 10% of wines are vinified in oak casks. 10 years on lees. 3. 8 g L dosage. 97 Pts