{"product_id":"billecart-salmon-le-blanc-de-blanc-grand-cru-nv-champagne-750ml","title":"Billecart Salmon Le Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru NV Champagne 750ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBillecart-Salmon Le Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru NV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA signature of the House, the Billecart-Salmon Le Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is a tribute to the elegance and purity of Chardonnay. Sourced exclusively from the most prestigious vineyards of the Côte des Blancs, specifically the Grand Cru villages of Cramant, Chouilly, Avize, and Mesnil-sur-Oger, this cuvée is a masterclass in precision and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a blend of two different vintages and the House’s signature cold-fermentation process, this Champagne achieves a remarkable balance between youthful tension and sophisticated maturity. It is a crystalline expression of chalky soils and world-class viticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarietal: 100% Chardonnay (Blanc de Blancs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification: Grand Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerroir: Côte des Blancs (Cramant, Chouilly, Avize, Mesnil-sur-Oger)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: Low (approx. 7g\/L to 8g\/L) for a crisp, dry profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAging: Extended lees aging for added complexity and a fine, persistent mousse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppearance: In the glass, the wine displays a pale gold hue with shimmering green reflections, typical of great Chardonnay. The bubbles are remarkably fine, rising in delicate, persistent chains to form a creamy mousse collar. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAroma: The nose is an elegance invitation. It opens with bright citrus zest, white flowers (hawthorn and honeysuckle), and fresh Granny Smith apple. As it breathes, more complex \"autolytic\" notes emerge—think warm brioche, fresh butter, and a distinct chalky minerality that speaks directly to its Grand Cru origins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalate: Entry is sharp and pure. There is a beautiful tension between the vibrant acidity and the creamy texture of the bubbles. A powerful mineral backbone underpins flavors of lemon curd, white peach, and blanched almonds. The mouthfeel is airy yet structured, showing great intensity without weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: The finish is exceptionally clean and long, marked by a refreshing salinity and a touch of dry ginger. It leaves the palate invigorated, with a lingering echo of citrus peel and toasted hazelnuts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a versatile masterpiece. It excels as an aperitif, but its structural integrity allows it to pair beautifully with Oysters Rockefeller, sea bass carpaccio, or creamy risotto with white truffles. Its minerality makes it a perfect foil for the richness of caviar or aged Comté cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54919012286632,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9764\/6760\/files\/BillecartSalmonLeBlancdeBlancGrandCruNVChampagne.png?v=1766267038","url":"https:\/\/sftequilashop.com\/products\/billecart-salmon-le-blanc-de-blanc-grand-cru-nv-champagne-750ml","provider":"San Francisco Tequila Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}