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White dry
Billaud‑Simon Chablis AOC 2023 — a quintessential expression of classic Chablis, delivering bright minerality and precise citrus freshness. it’s a strong-value pick for fans of elegant, terroir-driven Chardonnay.
A radiant pale golden hue with faint green glimmers sets the stage. The bouquet offers crisp lemon peel, green apple, white flowers, and the signature flinty (gunflint) note, typical of Chablis’ Kimmeridgian soils.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied, silkily textured, and vibrant, with harmonious acidity, minerality, and a clean, saline finish. The wine lingers with elegance and balance.
Crafted from 100% ‘Chardonnay’ grown in cooler Burgundy conditions, it’s 100% fermented and aged in stainless-steel vats (no oak), preserving purity and freshness.
Serve as an aperitif at 8-10 °C, with oysters, seafood or fish dishes and soft, creamy cheeses.
The village-level Chablis from Billaud-Simon is a classic expression of the terroir, with aromas of lemon peel and white flowers and a fine, silky texture. The acidity is balanced if not pronounced, giving the wine finesse without a lot of tension. Régisseur Olivier Bailly notes that this final year of organic conversion was a struggle with the weather, but he is pleased with the final blend, which included 25% cask-fermented wine. at Burgundy, 23 May 2024
Domaine Billaud‑Simon is one of the oldest and most influential estates in the Chablis region, founded in 1815 by Charles Louis Noël Billaud. Since 2014, the estate has been part of the Domaine Faiveley family, yet it has preserved its two-century-old tradition and distinctive style. The wines are known for their refinement, structure, and pure ‘Chardonnay’ character, representing the classic Chablis style.
Vineyards
The estate cultivates about 17 hectares, including 4 Grand Cru and 4 Premier Cru parcels (such as Montée de Tonnerre, Fourchaume, and Vaillons). The vines grow on Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils, which give the wines their distinct minerality. The estate follows sustainable viticultural practices, including manual harvesting and minimal herbicide use.
Wine Style
Domaine Billaud‑Simon aims to craft clean, mineral-driven Chablis with a perfect balance of acidity and fruit expression. The wines are elegant, refined, and expressive, both in youth and with age. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, while certain Premier and Grand Cru wines are partially aged in older oak foudres, allowing for subtle and minimalist oak integration while preserving fruit purity.
Ageing and Drinking Window
The estate’s core wines are aged for 14–16 months in stainless steel, while select Premier and Grand Cru cuvées see partial ageing in old oak. These wines are pleasant to drink young, but also possess excellent ageing potential—5 to 15 years, and up to 20 years for Grand Cru labels.
