Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé 2008 Magnum

Billecart-Salmon is a prestigious Champagne house, founded in 1818, that is particularly known for its delicate and elegant rosé Champagnes. Their Brut Rosé is iconic, often considered one of the finest in the world. The 2008 vintage is especially noteworthy, as it comes from an outstanding year in Champagne, known for producing wines with great structure and aging potential. The blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and a touch of Pinot Meunier creates a rosé with finesse and complexity, perfect for both celebration and fine dining.

The terroir, with Billecart sourcing grapes from top-rated crus, combined with a meticulous winemaking process, results in a Champagne that balances richness with freshness. A significant portion of the wine undergoes extended aging in their cellars, giving it time to develop depth without losing its signature vibrancy.

Appearance: Pale salmon pink with a fine stream of persistent bubbles.

Aroma: Red berries like wild strawberry and raspberry are dominant, with hints of citrus zest, rose petals, and a subtle biscuity undertone from the extended aging.

Taste: The palate is fresh and lively with flavours of juicy red berries, blood orange, and a touch of grapefruit. There’s an elegant minerality that runs through it, coupled with delicate notes of brioche and almonds, adding complexity without overwhelming the fruit.

Finish: Long and crisp, with lingering flavours of raspberry and a subtle toastiness, leaving a beautifully clean, refreshing finish.

Pairing: Baked scallops with smoked cerdito, where the delicate sweetness of the scallops and the savoury notes from the smoked pork will be lifted by the freshness and red fruit of the Champagne. 

Crispy fried chicken with mesquite spiced coating, as the bubbles and bright acidity will cut through the richness of the fried coating, while the mesquite spices enhance the wine's complexity.