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Billecart-Salmon Billecart Francois 2008
97/100

Billecart-Salmon

Billecart Francois 2008 75cl

Pale gold in colour with gleaming highlights and a fine, precisely sculpted mousse. On the nose, intense notes of white-fleshed fruit and toasted almonds interweave with frangipane, candied mandarin zest, and the enduring floral presence of acacia and rose. On the palate, the mineral tension so…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON BILLECART-SALMON
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Notes & tasting

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Presentation
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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
97 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The 2008 vintage, legendary for its crystalline acidity, delivers a taut, vibrant energy magnified by 150 months on lees.
Roundness
Partial barrel vinification and extended lees ageing lend a silky texture and a melting, generous fullness.
Power
The dominant Pinot Noir from the Grand Cru vineyards of the Montagne de Reims structures the wine with nobility and contained density.
Length
The mineral finish of oyster shell and sea salt lingers with an exceptional aromatic persistence.

TASTING NOTES

Pale gold in colour with gleaming highlights and a fine, precisely sculpted mousse. On the nose, intense notes of white-fleshed fruit and toasted almonds interweave with frangipane, candied mandarin zest, and the enduring floral presence of acacia and rose. On the palate, the mineral tension so characteristic of 2008 unfolds with great fullness: yellow raspberry, fresh quince, honey biscuit, and a remarkably long, briny finish.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
3g/LDosage
60%Pinot Noir
40%Chardonnay

Terroirs

A blend of 83% Grand Cru fruit: Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims (Aÿ, Verzenay, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ) and Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs (Mesnil-sur-Oger, Chouilly, Cramant), with 17% vinified in traditional oak barrels. Disgorged in summer 2022 after 150 months on lees.

Billecart-Salmon

About this house

Founded in 1818 in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ by Nicolas François Billecart and his sister-in-law Élisabeth Salmon, Billecart-Salmon is one of the rare grandes maisons of Champagne to have remained in family hands across seven generations. Its distinctive style rests on slow, low-temperature fermentations and meticulous ageing on lees far beyond the legal minimum.

The cuvée Nicolas François Billecart, created in 1964 in tribute to the founder, embodies the house's DNA: parcel-level precision, patience, and an uncompromising restraint. The 2008, disgorged in 2022 after twelve and a half years of maturation, is universally acclaimed as one of the most accomplished prestige champagnes of the decade.

Food pairing

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Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Its fine bubbles and briny minerality are sublime alongside warm Comté gougères, which bring out the wine's tension and freshness.

Starter

Starter

The fullness of the Pinot Noir and the minerality of the Chardonnay elevate the pearlescent flesh of lobster in a luxurious pairing of rare harmony.

Main Course

Main Course

The depth and nobility of this cuvée pair magnificently with poultry and the earthy aromas of truffle, a marriage befitting the grandest table.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Billecart Francois 2008” cuvée by Billecart-Salmon

4.8/5 · 17 reviews

Clément C.

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Delicious

What a lovely discovery this champagne is. Full-bodied and well-balanced on the palate – superb. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Umberto R.

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Magnificent

Discovered it through the website. An absolute treat, from start to finish. Responsive and professional customer service. A sure bet.

Amélie H.

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Excellent

It really lives up to its reputation. Lovely depth, on a par with the top brands. No complaints about the delivery. I’ll be ordering again in a heartbeat.

Wasyl P.

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A success

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. Lovely freshness and a nice, long finish. Received within the stated delivery time. I’m placing another order.

Gabriel K.

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A flawless performance

Love at first sip. Complex aromas and lovely vibrancy. Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself.

Olivier N.

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Exceptional

I couldn’t resist, and I have absolutely no regrets. A champagne with real class. I’d recommend it in a heartbeat.

Jean-Baptiste F.

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Perfect as a gift

It saved my last-minute present. A creamy head and a clean finish. Well packaged, arrived without a scratch. Well done.

Erdme P.

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Without a single false note

Recommended by a friend – spot on. Fresh, fruity and very elegant. Ordered in the evening, dispatched the next day. Brilliant from start to finish.

Anita W.

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Won over

Perfect for a birthday. A golden dress, delicate mousse – a real treat. Everything was perfect, from the order right through to delivery. Quite simply, nothing to complain about.

Mabrouk B.

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Impeccable

Arrived very quickly. Just the right level of dryness, never harsh. Highly recommended.

Irfan T.

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Very good

Bought for a fellow collector. Refined and full of charm. Flawless delivery, as usual. I’d recommend it to all collectors.

Ida K.

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A lovely discovery

Perfect for marking the occasion. A gourmet champagne, full of vibrancy. Flawless – well done.

Muhammad A.

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Brilliant

Comes in a lovely box. A delightful, rich and refined wine. The packaging does the product justice. A real treat – well done once again.

Olivier L.

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Top quality

Tried it last night. A real treat, perfectly balanced. Top-notch delivery, as always. You’re sure to love it.

Chantal R.

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A real treat

Carefully packaged as a gift. Lively on the palate, full-bodied on the mid-palate. Sturdy packaging, no breakages. Unbeatable value for money.

Chloé C.

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A lovely bottle

Top quality, just as advertised. A perfect balance between power and finesse. The parcel was perfectly secured. I have no regrets about this purchase.

Jerome E.

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No complaints

This 2008 Billecart François is superb. It has a creamy, very pleasant effervescence. A professional, well-designed website. I’m a satisfied customer – I’ll be back.