Billecart Salmon Demi Sec NV
Champagne
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Billecart Salmon Demi Sec NV
Founded in 1818 in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Billecart-Salmon is one of Champagne’s most respected family-owned houses, known for its restrained, elegant style and meticulous attention to detail. The house philosophy centres on precision, freshness and slow cellar ageing, producing wines that favour finesse and texture over sheer power.
The Billecart-Salmon Demi-Sec NV offers a richer interpretation of the house style, with additional dosage bringing softness and roundness while retaining the freshness that defines the estate. Produced from the traditional Champagne blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, the wine spends extended time ageing on lees before release, contributing fine mousse texture and layered complexity. Despite its sweeter profile, the wine remains balanced and composed rather than overtly sugary.
Colour:
Bright pale gold with a fine, persistent mousse.
Nose:
Aromas of ripe pear, baked apple and white peach open the nose, followed by notes of honey, brioche and candied citrus peel. Floral hints and subtle almond pastry complexity develop with time in the glass.
Palate:
Soft and rounded on entry, with flavours of orchard fruit, acacia honey and citrus marmalade balanced by lively acidity and fine bubbles. The sweetness is noticeable but controlled, giving richness without heaviness. Creamy lees texture and delicate pastry notes add depth through the mid-palate.
Finish:
Smooth and lingering, with notes of honeyed citrus, baked apple and brioche carrying through the finish.
- Food Pairing : Billecart-Salmon Demi-Sec NV pairs particularly well with dishes that balance sweetness, richness and acidity. Foie gras or duck liver parfait work beautifully alongside the wine’s creamy texture and honeyed character, while mildly spiced dishes such as Thai curry or glazed pork can benefit from its gentle sweetness and freshness. The wine also complements fruit-based desserts like tarte tatin, baked pear tart or lemon meringue, where the acidity keeps the pairing lively rather than heavy. For cheese, soft washed-rind styles or triple-cream brie make especially good partners.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 5–8 years.
- Manufacturer: Ken Forrester
- Region: Champagne, France
- Medals Won: 92 points: Tyson Stelzer.
- Sugar Content: 38g/L
- Alcohol Content: 12%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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These figures are subject to change.
