Billecart Salmon Cuvee Nicolas Francois 1996
By Gary Walsh

Not so good at writing notes on Champagne I am afraid.
This one smells of brioche, citrus with a light floral lift (maybe acacia or something). Super fine persistent mousse - lovely to watch it foaming away there so happily. Quite backwards and leaning towards the more delicate style of champagne (good) with fresh lemon and biscuity flavours. Good lip smacking finish. Opened up very well - the last glass the best. Not cheap but very very good. Another $40 would slip you into a bottle of the otherworldly 96 Dom though.
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