Domaine Samuel Billaud Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2023

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Product Description: Purity and refinement distinguish the Domaine Samuel Billaud Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2023. Blanchot sits on the eastern edge of the Grand Cru slope, where cooler morning exposures and pale Kimmeridgian limestone soils encourage delicacy, aromatics and fine structure rather than sheer power. The site is known for producing the most elegant and floral of the Grand Crus, and the 2023 vintage captures that identity with remarkable clarity. Careful vineyard management ensured balanced ripeness while preserving vibrant natural acidity. Samuel Billaud’s restrained elevage, combining stainless steel with subtle neutral oak, enhances texture while maintaining transparency of terroir. In the glass the wine shows lifted citrus blossom, white peach and lemon curd over a distinct chalk and oyster shell minerality. Compared with the muscularity of Les Clos, Blanchot offers a more airy, satin-textured profile with graceful intensity. The palate unfolds gently yet persistently, revealing depth through precision rather than weight. With time in bottle it will gain honeyed and hazelnut nuances while retaining its crystalline line of acidity. It pairs beautifully with scallops, poached lobster, delicate white fish or lightly creamy seafood preparations. Tasting Notes NOSE – Elegant and lifted Aromas of lemon blossom, white peach and green apple with chalk dust, oyster shell and subtle floral perfume. PALATE – Silken and precise Fine citrus and orchard fruit layered over a supple texture, bright acidity and pronounced limestone minerality. FINISH – Lingering and graceful A long, refined finish showing saline freshness, citrus oil and delicate stony persistence. Reviews & Accolades Aromas of citrus oil, white flowers and fresh pear introduce a medium to full-bodied, satiny and precise wine, with fine depth at the core and a long, mineral finish.” — William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 94–96 points (barrel review) Exceptionally elegant with a floral top note, this wine combines finesse and minerality with impressive persistence and balance.” — Allen Meadows, Burghound, 93–95 points Graceful and very pure, displaying chalky freshness, layered fruit and a persistent, poised finish typical of Blanchot.” — Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy, 94 points Finer Details: Style – White Wine Varietal – Chardonnay Country – France Region – Chablis Grand Cru, Burgundy Vineyard – Blanchot Vintage – 2023 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 13%