Few Champagne houses embody the spirit of elegance and precision quite like Billecart- Salmon. Founded in 1818 in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, this family-run domaine has remained steadfastly independent for over two centuries—today guided by the seventh generation of the Billecart family. Owning around 100 hectares of vineyards and sourcing from another 300 meticulously selected hectares across the Marne, Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne, and Côte des Blancs, Billecart-Salmon has built its reputation on purity, finesse, and balance rather than power. Every decision, from vineyard management to long lees aging, is rooted in patience and respect for the natural rhythm of Champagne. Their quiet confidence has made them a reference point for quality among both sommeliers and collectors.
The house style is unmistakable—delicate mousse, crystalline structure, and a sense of harmony that transcends vintage. Fermentations at low temperatures preserve the precision of fruit, and the result is wines that are simultaneously airy and profound. Their Rosé, perhaps the most beloved pink Champagne in the world, set a benchmark for refinement and seduction in the category—fresh red fruit, soft chalky texture, and a haunting perfume that has become almost legendary. Yet across the entire range, from the impeccably balanced Brut Réserve to the monumental prestige cuvées like Nicolas François and Cuvée Saint Hilaire, Billecart-Salmon maintains an unwavering commitment to grace and authenticity, proving that true excellence lies in consistency as much as in grandeur.
It’s for all these reasons that Italian Wine Merchants chose Billecart-Salmon as their house Champagne more than twenty-five years ago—a decision that reflects the same pursuit of timeless quality that defines both brands. Whether poured at a quiet celebration or among seasoned connoisseurs, Billecart-Salmon always delivers that unmistakable sparkle that Champagne alone can conjure—the sparkle that lights the eyes and lifts the heart. Every bottle, no matter its tier, is a testament to the idea that beauty in wine should move both the mind and the soul, reminding us that perfection in Champagne is not about excess, but about balance, emotion, and joy.
Today’s offer highlights the breadth and brilliance of wines crafted by Billecart-Salmon, one of Champagne’s most revered houses. From their elegant non-vintage expressions to their rare prestige cuvées, each bottle embodies the house’s timeless precision and grace. Of particular note are three exceptional new releases debuting on the market for the first time—the 2012 Nicolas François, the 2013 Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, and the 2013 Elisabeth Salmon Rosé.
These wines come from two spectacular back-to-back vintages, each capturing the unique signature of its year with Billecart’s hallmark finesse. Together they stand as a testament to the house’s enduring pursuit of perfection—wines of extraordinary depth, poise, and longevity that remind us why Billecart-Salmon remains a benchmark for Champagne at its most refined.
