A toasty underpinning of brioche and roasted nuts imparts subtle richness to flavors of ripe plum, wild cherry, preserved lemon and saffron. Refreshing and well-knit, with a satiny mousse. Lively finish. Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Disgorged winter 2023 (My Origin 191288 Drink now.

The cuvée from this great Champagne producer is dry, fruity with a fine line of minerality. That is balanced by the apple and crisp citrus-fruit flavors coming together in a vibrant, textured wine. Drink now.

Based on the 2015 vintage and disgorged with nine grams per liter dosage, the latest release of Billecart's NV Brut Réserve contains fully 55% reserve wines and is showing very well, offering up complex aromas of warm bread, crisp green orchard fruit and citrus oil. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied and charming but lively, with an elegantly textural attack, a fleshy core of fruit and lively balancing acids.