Domaine Samuel Billaud Chablis Les Sechets 1er Cru Vieilles Vignes 2023

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Product Description: Chalk-lined precision from 90-year-old vines. The 2023 Domaine Samuel Billaud Chablis Les Sechets 1er Cru Vieilles Vignes is a sharply focused, mineral-rich expression from a historic left-bank parcel regarded as an extension of Vaillons. Rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone and drawn from low-yielding vines planted nearly a century ago, it captures the essence of its terroir with purity and restraint. Fermented and matured entirely in stainless steel, the wine offers a tensile frame of citrus and white stone fruit layered with iodine, crushed chalk, and lifted floral notes. Intense yet finely detailed, it finishes with striking sapidity and sustained length. A wine for purists and collectors alike, ideally served with oysters, scallops, or grilled white fish. Tasting Notes NOSE – Mineral and refined Lemon zest, oyster shell and crushed chalk dominate, with hints of white flowers and a delicate iodised edge. PALATE – Crisp, saline and tensile Bright citrus and orchard fruit ride over flinty minerality and fine texture, supported by vivid acidity and a linear, focused frame. FINISH – Clean, persistent and chalky A lingering close of lemon peel and sea spray, carried by a dry, chalky finish that underscores its precision. Reviews & Accolades Crushed stone, sea cave and just a touch of menthol on the intense nose, this is beautifully defined… the palate is well balanced with just a touch of dried apricot and fig, animated and tensile. The penetrating finish lingers in the mouth. Superb.” — Neal Martin, Vinous, 93–94 points Restrained aromas of citrus confit, iodine, spice and apple give way to strikingly textured and slightly denser medium-bodied flavours that flash evident power… bitter lemon-inflected finish that is markedly dry, sleek and balanced.” — Allen Meadows, Burghound, 91–94 points Finer Details: Style – White Wine Varietal – Chardonnay Country – France Region – Chablis, Burgundy Vintage – 2023 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 13%