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Champagne Billecart-Salmon

1996 Clos Saint-Hilaire

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Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 1996 is an exceptionally rare and exclusive cuvée from the House of Billecart-Salmon, embodying the pinnacle of winemaking craftsmanship and the strength of a single terroir. This remarkable Blanc de Noirs Champagne is made exclusively from 100% Pinot Noir grapes, harvested from a single hectare of the historic Clos Saint-Hilaire vineyard, planted in 1964 in the village of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ.


In the glass, this Champagne dazzles with its golden hue and fine, persistent bubbles. The nose reveals a complex bouquet of acacia honey, ripe pear, acacia blossom, biscuit, and delicate spice notes. On the palate, it delivers a full, rich taste layered with white pepper, roasted nuts, and elegant mineral tones, culminating in a long and refined finish.


Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 1996 is more than a wine – it is an experience. With its pronounced freshness and structure, it is a Champagne crafted for true connoisseurs and collectors, reserved for life’s most extraordinary moments. Each bottle is a tribute to heritage, to the land, and to time itself.

About Champagne Billecart-Salmon

Champagne Billecart-Salmon is a prestigious and family-owned champagne house located in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, in the heart of the Champagne region of France. Founded in 1818 by Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon, the house has remained dedicated to crafting high-quality champagnes for over two centuries, maintaining its family traditions across seven generations.