2008 Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois Brut 1.5L [JD98][JS97][WE97][WA96][D95]

Producer: Billecart Salmon Region: Champagne, France Blend: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay Year: 2008  Jeb Dunnuck, 98 Points  "Based on 60% Pinot Noir and the rest Chardonnay, with 17% raised in barrels, the 2008 Champagne Nicolas François spent more than 150 months on its lees, with 2.9 grams per liter dosage. It pours a rich straw hue and is layered and long with aromas of truffle, apricot, croissant, floral orange blossoms, and marmalade. Full-bodied, it’s supple in texture, with a rounded mousse, and has a long-lasting, mouthwatering finish. Exceptionally well-balanced, it comes together seamlessly on the finish. This will be a wine to enjoy over the next three decades."  James Suckling, 97 Points  "Lovely precision and drive to this with aromas of lemon curd, brioche, praline, apricots, pomelos, mandarin zest and salted caramel. It’s held together by a sharp, citrusy backbone of acidity, balanced with a fine, silky mousse. Both structure and softness here. Citrus fruit brightnes