SAMUEL BILLAUD Chablis AOC 2023 Bottle - SUS

Description

Aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers are complemented by a flinty undertone. On the palate, it’s crisp and vibrant, with zesty acidity driving flavours of citrus, green pear, and a touch of saline. The finish is clean and refreshing, with a lingering mineral edge. A beautifully balanced wine, showcasing the signature minerality and freshness of its origin, perfect for immediate enjoyment or short-term aging. 12.5%abv

WINE STYLE - Crisp, vibrant, zesty & fresh
FOOD PAIRINGS - Oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, sushi, sashimi, white meats
GRAPE VARIETIES - 100% Chardonnay
WINEMAKING/LIFESTYLE - Sustainable
AWARD/SCORES - Tim Atkin 89pts, Jasper Morris 89pts

*****

This quintessential, unoaked Chablis is made from three parcels in different sectors of the appellation; Bas Chapelots just below premier cru Montée de Tonnerre which gives richness and body, Les Pargues near the village of Préhy which contributes freshness and minerality and Les Cartes, between premiers crus Vaillons and Montmains, with its lovely fruit and generous texture.

The 2023 is one of Samuel’s best ever with invigorating fruit, excellent depth and concentration and a long finish that will enable it to gain complexity as it ages.

Jasper Morris 5 STARS: "Pale in colour, more mineral on the nose than the Petit Chablis. Very complete with a racy marine minerality cutting right through the white flesh. Perfectly positioned on the stones. Bravo. Drink from 2025-2028. Tasted Jun 2024."