Billecart-Salmon: Le Sous Bois

Billecart-Salmon: Le Sous Bois

Le Sous Bois

Billecart-Salmon | Brut

Making Bolognese, slowly, patiently, with everything that goes with it. Half a bottle of Pinot Noir in the sauce, two glasses alongside for sensory accompaniment. While the Bolognese simmers on the stove for 4-5 hours, there's just one thought: If it works, it works.

At the center is the Billecart-Salmon, Le Sous Bois, aged entirely in wood, creamy, spicy, with fine maturity.

Paired with a classic braised Bolognese, twirled on the plate, with a generous truffle burrata in the middle, cut open and lightly melted. Around it, a touch of olive oil, some Parmesan, but subtle, and a small sprig of oregano. A plate with substance.

Facts: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Meunier, all aged in wood. Dosage: approx. 7-8 g/l (Brut). Served at approx. 50°F.

A glass that picks up the warmth of the plate and carries it forward. The pairing is a dream.

Tasting Notes

Champagne aged entirely in wood with creamy texture, spicy notes, and fine maturity.

Details

Producer Billecart-Salmon
Cuvée Le Sous Bois
Category Brut
Grape Varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Terroir ,
Style Brut
Highlights Wood aging, creamy, spicy, mature
Pairs with Cheese, truffle, game dishes

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