Domaine Samuel Billaud Chablis 1er Cru 'Sechet' White 2022

Grape

100% Chardonnay 

Tasting notes

The 2022 Chablis Premier Cru Séchet from Domaine Samuel Billaud is a precise and mineral-driven expression of this renowned Left Bank climat. The nose opens with intense floral notes, followed by classic Chablisienne chalky minerality evocative of Kimmeridgian limestone and oyster shell. Bright citrus aromas of lemon and lime are layered with green apple, subtle flinty nuances, and delicate savoury undertones.

On the palate, the wine is taut and energetic, marked by outstanding tension and clarity. The vibrant acidity of the 2022 vintage provides drive and freshness, while old-vine concentration lends depth and persistence. The finish is long, saline, and incisive, showcasing purity and elegance rather than power.

This is a finely structured Premier Cru Chablis with excellent ageing potential, expected to evolve gracefully over time, developing more complex savoury and tertiary notes while retaining its hallmark minerality and precision.

More About The Winery

The Billaud family has been producing outstanding Chablis since 1815, and today Samuel Billaud, the 6th generation, is recognized as one of the region’s most talented winemakers. After establishing his own domaine in 2010, Samuel quickly rose from a “rising star” to being regarded among the very best in Chablis, alongside Raveneau and Dauvissat.

Samuel Billaud crafts terroir-driven wines of extraordinary precision and vibrancy. From the crisp, steely freshness of Petit Chablis to the depth and complexity of his Premier and Grand Crus, his wines crackle with minerality, tension, and elegance, perfectly capturing the essence of Chablis’ Kimmeridgian limestone soils.

International critics, including Neal Martin, consistently praise Billaud’s wines for their singular clarity and poise. They are the embodiment of purity, finesse, and ageing potential, making them highly sought after by collectors and sommeliers worldwide.