Domaine Billaud-SimonChablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2021

Product code: 15560
£67.00 inc VAT
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France
White Wine from
Burgundy, France
Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Burgundy
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chablis
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine Billaud-Simon
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Olivier Bailly
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Burgundy
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chablis
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine Billaud-Simon
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Olivier Bailly
Grape
Grape: Chardonnay
Grape: 100% Chardonnay

Product Notes

Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre, a superior French wine, hails from the renowned vineyards of Chablis. It embodies an enchanting blend of flinty minerality and citrus aromas. On tasting, expect a robust palate bursting with bright lemon zest, green apple nuances, and a sublime steely undertone. This wine's high acidity and complex structure make it age-worthy. The subtle oak treatment enhances its overall character, providing a lingering, refreshing finish. It's an exquisite embodiment of elegance and balance, making it a fitting partner for seafood and fine dining experiences.

Tasting Notes

Beautiful white gold hue with greenish tinges. This 1er Cru offers an exceptional aromatic profile with mineral notes and spice. The palate has perfect balance between strength, freshness, sweet fruity notes and intense floral aromas. A complex, elegant and remarkably harmonious wine.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of the renowned Chablis wine region in northern Burgundy, Domaine Billaud-Simon is a testament to traditional French viticulture. With a rich history dating back over two centuries, this family-run winery has established a reputation for producing exceptional quality wines, renowned for their purity, finesse, and expressive terroir.

The Domaine's fifteen hectares of vineyards are rooted in the exceptional Kimmeridgian soil, a unique blend of clay and marine fossils - lending a distinctive mineral characteristic to the wines. Their vineyard holdings are spread across renowned Grand Cru sites including Les Clos and Vaudésir, along with several Premier Cru vineyards.

The winemaking at Domaine Billaud-Simon is a harmonious blend of modern technique and tradition. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested, ensuring that only the best quality fruit is used. Billaud-Simon is known for their rigorous approach to quality control, producing wines of precision and purity. Despite being equipped with modern tools like temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, the philosophy at the winery remains grounded in tradition.

Among Billaud-Simon's wines, their Chardonnay bottlings particularly stand out. Fermented and aged in stainless steel, they are marked by bright acidity, crisp fruit flavours, and a distinctive minerality. The Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos, in particular, is a wine connoisseur’s dream – layered and complex, it reflects the Domaine's commitment to expressing the true character of its terroir.

Domaine Billaud-Simon is a winery steeped in tradition. yet, they continue to innovate and refine their winemaking approach. From the vineyard to the bottle, the passion for their craft is evident in their exemplary wines. Their adherence to traditional techniques, commitment to quality, and enduring love for the Chablis region make Billaud-Simon a noteworthy name in the world of wine. The visit is thoroughly worthwhile for anyone with an interest in wine and offers a delightful tasting experience.

It is worth noting, Domaine Billaud-Simon's commitment to sustainability, with a focus on organic viticulture and a minimalist approach in the winery, for generations to come. They truly embody the spirit and elegance of French winemaking!"

http://www.billaud-simon.com

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