HENRI BILLIOT
BRUT ROSE CHAMPAGNE

The NV Brut Rose Grand Cru is a deeply colored, powerful wine that showcases the richness of Ambonnay at its finest. The Rose needs some time in the glass to find its inner balance, but when it does the fruit gains delineation and intensity through to the dramatic, sweeping finish. The NV Brut Rose Grand Cru is predominantly Pinot Noir (including 6% still Pinot) with a dash of Chardonnay from the estate's oldest vineyards. This is Lot L 02, disgorged June, 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2016.  An undercurrent of minerality supports ripe black cherry and black raspberry flavors, with hints of pastry, cream and candied grapefruit peel. Finely meshed and focused by vibrant acidity. Disgorged March 2011. Drink now through 2016

92 Points Wine Advocate

92 Points Wine Spectator

This Champagne is definitely "Farmer Fizz" having been lovingly crafted from start to finish on a single estate.  "Farmer Fizz" is a reflection of the growing season and how the farmer/wine maker adjusted to the conditions.  The price you pay for "Grower Champagne" is a reflection of what it actually cost the vigneron to make the wine not what a giant corporation pays to promote their wine.  "Framer Fizz" tastes different vintage to vintage because the wine maker isn't trying to shove a square peg into a round hole simply to create a wine that tastes the same year after year.  We love small producers.  Try a Bottle of "Grower Champagne" next time you have a special occasion or are simply in the mood. 

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