- Practicing organic
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Ambonnay Grand Cru (Les Clos, Le Feuchère)
- Limestone, clay, and chalk soils
- No malo
- Aged 6 months in used barrique (5+-years-old)
- Aged 72+ months on the lees
- Dosage: 0g/L
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2016
Country:
France
Region:
Champagne
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
White
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | FR-KBI-31-16 | 6/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2023-11-01
"The 2016 Extra-Brut Essence de Billiot (100% Pinot Noir) is a very pretty wine. Dried pear, hazelnut, chamomile and pastry notes suggest that the 2016 has reached a plateau of maturity. I would not push my luck too far on aging, as there is already a bit of resolution here. Even so, the 2016 has plenty to offer, especially for readers who admire Pinot Noir from Ambonnay. Zero dosage. Disgorged: September, 2022."
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2024-09-25
"Notes of roasted nut and whole-grain toast underscore ripe black currant, golden raisin, honey and Mandarin orange peel flavors, set on a finely detailed mousse. This is rich and concentrated, balanced nicely by mouthwatering, well-honed acidity and a streak of salinity that drives the finish. Disgorged March 2023. Drink now through 2036. ‡A.N."