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Champagne Billecart Salmon - Clos Saint-Hilaire 2005 - Champagne Millésimé

Champagne • Vintage Champagne • White

420,00€ tax included
420,00€ tax included 0,00€
560,00€ / L
Packaging : 1 x 75cl - Cardboard box

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Description

98/100 pts VINOUS : " The 2005 Brut Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is sublime. Silky and restrained, the 2005 is a model of class. The mousse alone is absolutely captivating. Dried pear, delicate hints of spice, dried flowers, and mint are among the many notes that adorn this 2005. In this vintage, Le Clos Saint-Hilaire is quite soft and medium-bodied, a Champagne of refinement rather than power. Orchard fruits, white flowers, and lively saline accents frame a long and remarkably pure finish. – Antonio Galloni

Disgorged at the end of 2019 with a dosage of one gram per liter, the Brut Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 2005 is the eighth edition (the sequence of releases being: 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2006, and 2005; Mathieu Roland-Billecart chose to release this vintage after the 2006 to allow it more time to mature in the bottle). It is a Blanc de Noirs (9100% Pinot Noir) from the Clos de Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. Crystal-clear precision!

Ratings

Ratings

  • Parker (WA) 95/100
  • Vinous 98/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

The 2005 Clos Saint-Hilaire displays a beautiful, luminous golden hue. On the nose, subtle aromas of white-fleshed fruit and white flowers mingle with brioche notes. On the palate, the attack is crisp, followed by a lovely roundness that envelops the palate, offering remarkable complexity. The finish is long and persistent, leaving an impression of finesse and elegance.

Food & wine pairings

Enjoy with seafood, roast poultry or a hard cheese.
Producer

Producer

The Billecart-Salmon vineyards are cultivated on clay-limestone soils, typical of the Champagne region. This unique terroir, combined with a temperate climate, allows for optimal grape ripening. The vines are meticulously tended, and the house prioritizes sustainable viticulture to preserve soil integrity and biodiversity. Each plot is carefully selected, contributing to the distinctive character of the resulting cuvées. Clos Saint-Hilaire, in particular, benefits from ideal sun exposure, allowing the grapes to develop intense and complex aromas.

Owner and history

Today, Maison Billecart-Salmon is run by the seventh generation of the Billecart family, who continue to uphold the values ​​of excellence and tradition. The current owners, François and Antoine Billecart, are deeply committed to their family heritage while remaining open to innovation. They are dedicated to respecting the environment and ensuring the quality of their champagnes by implementing sustainable viticultural practices. Their passion for wine is reflected in every bottle, making Billecart-Salmon a leading name in the world of champagne.

Vinification and aging

The winemaking process for Clos Saint-Hilaire 2005 follows Champagne traditions while incorporating modern techniques. The carefully selected grapes are gently pressed to preserve the purity of the juice. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, promoting the expression of aromas. After aging on the lees, the wine is bottled for the secondary fermentation. This meticulous process allows the complexity and finesse of the Champagne to develop. Aging in the cellars, which lasts several years, gives Clos Saint-Hilaire its unique characteristics and its excellent aging potential.

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The team's opinion

A champagne that reveals all the richness of the Champagne terroir, to be enjoyed to celebrate precious moments.

  • Serving temperature 10–12 °C

  • Climax 2015 à 2035

Wine profile

  • Elegant
  • complex
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