Besserat de Bellefon Blanc de Blancs
Besserat de Bellefon Blanc de Blancs
THE BLEND
100% Chardonnay
COMBINATIONS
A Champagne for great occasions, it is an ideal accompaniment to light and sophisticated dishes such as a scallop carpaccio, peppered foie gras on gingerbread toast or a verrine of sea-bream with a tomato reduction.
TASTING
Appearance The color is a supremely pure, bright yellow. The froth is composed of light bubbles which leave a moderate ring.
Fragrance The nose is intense, with fresh citrus notes blending harmoniously with floral notes (honeysuckle and acacia) and toasted aromas.
Taste A structured and ample mouthfeel. The minerality of Chardonnay blends superbly with the hints of dried fruit (apricot) and honeyed notes. The finish is fresh, lingering and light.
AWARDS
Decanter World Wine Awards 2011 and 2012 (UK)
& International Wine and Spirit Competition 2012 (UK)
& Drinks Business Champagne Masters 2012 (UK)
& China Wine Challenge 2012 (China)
Silver Medal
2013 Hachette Wine Guide
1 star – « A very well-made wine » « The mouthfeel is complex, ample, full-bodied, well-structured and well-balanced. »
International Wine Review 12/2012 (USA)
91/100 « A long, lively and creamy finish »
Wine Spectator 12.2011 (USA)
91/100
2012 Flavours from France Guide
89/100
New York Times 12.2011 (USA)
2nd place in the Blanc de Blancs selection
Gastromania 12.2011 (Belgique)
Jo Gryn Champagne selection « Impeccable, flavoursome mouthfeel »
2013 Wine & Business Club Guide (France)
15/20
2012 Gayot Guide (wine.com) (USA)
14,5/20 (top 10)