Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2012 (750ml) Pinot Noir Gentle bitterness balances the liqueur's

Gentle bitterness balances the liqueur's natural sweetness

with subtle

and Boulevardier

and deep fruit particularly well

- Zack Whitaker (Pogo's Sommelier)

Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 2012 (750ml) Pinot Noir Gentle bitterness balances the liqueur'sI had the opportunity to taste the 2012 Cuvee Nicolas right before its release date of April 1st, with Managing Director Alexandre Bader. This special cuvee was initially created in 1964 as a tribute to the house's founder. While other top Champagne houses have already released their 2015 and even 2018 vintages, Billecart Salmon chooses to hold back this particular bottling and release it when they feel it is ready. A blend of 60 % Pinot Noir and 40%