The Tb points given to this wine are the world’s most valid and most up-to-date evaluation of the quality of the wine. Tastingbook points are formed by the Tastingbook algorithm which takes into account the wine ratings of the world's best-known professional wine critics, wine ratings by thousands of tastingbook’s professionals and users, the generally recognised vintage quality and reputation of the vineyard and winery. Wine needs at least five professional ratings to get the Tb score. Tastingbook.com is the world's largest wine information service which is an unbiased, non-commercial and free for everyone.
Wine Information
Intense and Attractive
Composition: Perfect harmonious blending leaving a strong dominance of "Grands Crus Pinot Noir" (70%), and completed by the elegance and the minerality of the Chardonnay (30%). 20% of the cuvée is vinified in oak from 5 year old barrels. Extra Brut.
Appearance: The yellow colour is adorned with golden reflections, underlined by a plentiful and dynamic mousse. Brilliant, crystal clear and bright, giving everything to the perfection of the wine. This cuvée stands out by the finesse of its slowly rising bubbles.
Aroma: Very beautiful intensity with a crisp and fresh character (Golden Delicious apple, citrus fruits and dried fruits). A pure and differentiating sensory development brought by brioche notes (fresh butter, warm madeleines, brioche). Refreshing and delicate complexity.
Palate: A wide range of flavours, fruits of the orchard, including fresh quince. The wine is round offering enjoyment with a powerful finish dominated by exceptional fruit maturity.
Serving: A vintage elegant in character to be fully appreciated with the best seafood, the finest hams and risotto... Serve at 11-12°.
From François DOMI, BILLECART-SALMON’ chief winemaker.
Vintage 2004
A great example of how large yields do not necessarily mean poor quality in Champagne. As a reaction to the previous year's low yields, the vines produced one of the largest crops on record. The growing season proceeded without major difficulties but the bumper crop called for bud thinning. August brought about cooler weather and some rains, increasing the risk of rot. The massive crop, averaging 13,990 kg/ha, was picked from September 18th onwards. The quality was a pleasant surprise; vibrant wines with appropriate intensity, refined charm and refreshing lightness. This vintage impresses me more and more, and I feel tempted to give it the full five stars. It comes with a rare balance of freshness, lightness, yet fine aromatic intensity. Post-release, this vintage has proven to be slow to age, and elegant wines are likely to keep on ageing gracefully. Dom Pérignon and Louis Roederer Cristal both excelled.
