Besserat de Bellefon
Bleu Brut Champagne Blend
Champagne, France
Well made bubbly, clean and crisp, dry and direct, focused and lean. Lacking some oomph.
Well made bubbly, clean and crisp, dry and direct, focused and lean. Lacking some oomph.
Apr 10th, 2021
Besserat de Bellefon “Bleu Brut” NV, Champagne, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A gastronomic Champagne crafted by Besserat de Bellefon, known for producing wines designed specifically for food pairing. This cuvée is composed of 45% Pinot Meunier, 30% Chardonnay, and 25% Pinot Noir, with disgorgement in January 2022. The house style intentionally uses a lower dosage during secondary fermentation to create a softer, finer mousse.
Aromas & Flavors
Intense yeasty notes, lime blossom, fresh citrus, and baked brioche. With air, hints of honeysuckle, toasted hazelnut, and subtle pastry cream begin to emerge.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with an elegant and diaphanous mousse. The bubbles are extremely fine and silky, creating a refined texture while maintaining vibrant freshness and balance.
Food Pairings
Oysters, scallops, sushi, roasted chicken, creamy cheeses, or mushroom-based dishes.
Verdict
A refined and gastronomic Champagne that prioritizes texture and finesse over aggressive effervescence. Elegant, balanced, and built to shine at the table.
Did You Know?
Besserat de Bellefon intentionally reduces the pressure during secondary fermentation to about 4.5 atmospheres instead of the usual 6, creating a softer, creamier mousse designed to pair seamlessly with food.
🍷 Personal Pick
A beautifully textured Champagne with ultra-fine bubbles and impressive complexity. A fantastic example of a house style built for gastronomy rather than pure aperitif drinking.
Besserat de Bellefon “Bleu Brut” NV, Champagne, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A gastronomic Champagne crafted by Besserat de Bellefon, known for producing wines designed specifically for food pairing. This cuvée is composed of 45% Pinot Meunier, 30% Chardonnay, and 25% Pinot Noir, with disgorgement in January 2022. The house style intentionally uses a lower dosage during secondary fermentation to create a softer, finer mousse.
Aromas & Flavors
Intense yeasty notes, lime blossom, fresh citrus, and baked brioche. With air, hints of honeysuckle, toasted hazelnut, and subtle pastry cream begin to emerge.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with an elegant and diaphanous mousse. The bubbles are extremely fine and silky, creating a refined texture while maintaining vibrant freshness and balance.
Food Pairings
Oysters, scallops, sushi, roasted chicken, creamy cheeses, or mushroom-based dishes.
Verdict
A refined and gastronomic Champagne that prioritizes texture and finesse over aggressive effervescence. Elegant, balanced, and built to shine at the table.
Did You Know?
Besserat de Bellefon intentionally reduces the pressure during secondary fermentation to about 4.5 atmospheres instead of the usual 6, creating a softer, creamier mousse designed to pair seamlessly with food.
🍷 Personal Pick
A beautifully textured Champagne with ultra-fine bubbles and impressive complexity. A fantastic example of a house style built for gastronomy rather than pure aperitif drinking.
