2005 Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire [JS98][WE96][WA95] Spain The nose is rather floral

The nose is rather floral

The robust palate opens with a dusting of cocoa

come from vineyards with a little more direct sun exposure and therefore more ripeness producing wines with more body and power

with perfectly integrated acidity and smooth tannins

including Klosterberg and Sandgrub

2005 Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire [JS98][WE96][WA95] Spain The nose is rather floralProducer: Champagne Billecart Salmon Region: Champagne, France Blend: 100% Pinot Noir Year: 2005 James Suckling, 98 Points "Richly complex nose of spiced yellow plums, brioche, toasted lemons, butterscotch, baked apples, strawberries, coffee cream, praline, earthy mushroom and truffle hints. Its creamy, layered and generous, with soft bubbles. Complex toasty and spicy elements carry through to a long finish. Opulence and sophistication. Single parcel