{"title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon | Chablis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/iv9w9q8xwqpv\/5cyWsSfQcXuV4aya5zzpCb\/85064559f8888ae23d6e0e3a2e91bfaf\/a-new-era-for-domaine-billaud-simon.jpg\" class=\"sFlh5c FyHeAf iPVvYb\" alt=\"FINE+RARE: A new era for Chablis wine domaine Billaud-Simon\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Historic Name in Chablis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1815, Domaine Billaud-Simon stands among the most respected estates in Chablis, with a reputation built on precision, terroir transparency and a deep understanding of the region’s unique Kimmeridgian soils. Today, under the direction of Olivier Bailly and the ownership of the Faiveley family, the estate continues to produce some of the most refined and age-worthy expressions of Chardonnay in Burgundy. The philosophy remains firmly rooted in allowing each vineyard site to speak clearly, with an emphasis on purity, freshness and mineral precision rather than overt winemaking influence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe domaine’s holdings span an impressive range of appellations, from Petit Chablis and village-level wines through to some of the region’s most coveted Premier Cru and Grand Cru sites, including Les Clos, Les Preuses, Blanchots, Vaudésir and Valmur. Across the range, the wines are distinguished by aromas of citrus, white flowers and oyster shell, underpinned by the saline minerality and tension that have become hallmarks of the estate. Whether from village vineyards or Grand Cru sites, Billaud-Simon consistently produces wines that combine power with elegance and possess the structure to age gracefully for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBillaud-Simon works with a meticulous vineyard approach focused on expressing the character of each climat. Fruit is harvested in small crates and carefully sorted before gentle pressing. The estate employs long settling periods for the must, prioritising purity and precision. Fermentations take place in a combination of stainless steel tanks, vats and selected oak vessels depending on the vineyard and cuvée. Oak influence is deliberately restrained, used as a tool for texture and complexity rather than flavour. Certain Grand Crus may see a proportion of barrel ageing, while other wines are vinified entirely in stainless steel to preserve freshness and mineral detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate is particularly known for its pursuit of balance through relatively late harvesting, a long-standing house philosophy that allows for full phenolic maturity while retaining the tension and energy that define great Chablis. The resulting wines are noted for their crystalline fruit, saline minerality, precision and exceptional ageing potential. Vineyard work is carried out with great respect for the environment, with herbicides avoided and a strong focus on sustainable farming practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage in Chablis delivered wines of remarkable concentration and generosity while maintaining the region’s hallmark freshness. Following a warm growing season, fruit reached excellent ripeness levels, producing wines with greater depth and textural richness than many recent vintages. At Billaud-Simon, yields were healthy and fruit quality was exceptionally clean, allowing for precise expression across the entire range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritics have highlighted the vintage’s combination of ripe orchard fruit, citrus intensity, floral aromatics and impressive mineral drive. The Grand Crus in particular show outstanding concentration and ageing potential, while the Premier Crus offer remarkable balance between richness and tension. Despite the warmer conditions, the wines retain the freshness, salinity and limestone-driven character that define the estate’s style. The vintage is likely to appeal both to traditional Chablis drinkers seeking precision and to collectors looking for wines with immediate appeal and long-term cellaring potential. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy 10% off when mixing a six-pack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-petit-chablis-2023","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Petit Chablis 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawn from vineyards located on both the right and left banks of Chablis, the 2023 Petit Chablis is sourced from south and south-east facing slopes planted on the region’s famous Kimmeridgian marls. While often viewed as the entry point into the range, Billaud-Simon approaches this wine with the same precision and attention to detail as its Premier and Grand Cru bottlings. The fruit is gently pressed and vinified entirely in stainless steel before spending 14–16 months on lees, preserving purity, freshness and terroir expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe warm and generous 2023 vintage has given this wine greater depth and fruit concentration while maintaining the hallmark freshness of Chablis. Aromas of lemon zest, grapefruit, green apple and white flowers are layered with subtle iodine and wet stone notes. The palate is lively and energetic, combining bright citrus fruit with saline minerality and a clean, refreshing finish. A remarkably serious Petit Chablis that beautifully captures the transparency and precision of the Billaud-Simon style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460246962294,"sku":null,"price":84.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/BILLAUD-SIMON-PETIT-CHABLIS-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184674"},{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-chablis-2023","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced from a selection of vineyards spread throughout the Chablis appellation, this cuvée offers a classic expression of the region’s unique terroir. The vines are rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone and clay soils, the ancient seabed responsible for the mineral character that defines great Chablis. Fermentation and élevage are carried out entirely in stainless steel, allowing the purity of Chardonnay and vineyard character to remain front and centre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage has delivered a Chablis of impressive balance, combining ripe fruit with freshness and tension. The nose opens with vine peach, citrus fruits, white flowers and subtle brioche notes. On the palate, the wine is generous yet focused, with layers of lemon, orchard fruit and delicate mineral nuances carried by vibrant acidity. Richer and more textured than some recent vintages, it nonetheless retains the precision and saline finish that have become signatures of Billaud-Simon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460247847030,"sku":null,"price":96.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/BILLAUD-SIMON-CHABLIS-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184650"},{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-chablis-2023-copy","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis 'Tête d’Or' 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTête d’Or is the flagship village-level wine of the domaine, produced from a meticulous selection of its finest parcels located adjacent to Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards. For more than a decade, this prestige cuvée has represented the pinnacle of Billaud-Simon’s village holdings. The vineyards sit on south and south-east facing slopes planted on Kimmeridgian marls, providing additional depth and concentration. Fermentation is followed by 14–16 months of ageing, primarily in stainless steel with a small proportion of oak used to enhance texture and complexity without masking the wine’s mineral core.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe warmth and ripeness of the 2023 vintage have elevated Tête d’Or to another level, producing a wine of both generosity and precision. Aromas of citrus, white flowers, ripe apple and subtle spice lead into a palate that is rich, smooth and layered. There is impressive concentration here, balanced by lively acidity and discreet minerality. The finish is long, energetic and beautifully refined, reinforcing why Tête d’Or is considered one of the benchmark wines of the appellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460247879798,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Chablis-Tete-dOr-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184625"},{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-chablis-tete-d-or-2023-copy","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis Premier Cru 'Les Vaillons' 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eLocated on the left bank of the Serein River, Vaillons is one of the largest and most celebrated Premier Cru vineyards in Chablis. Billaud-Simon’s parcels sit on clay-limestone soils and consistently produce one of the most floral and elegant wines in the range. Vinification is designed to preserve aromatic purity and precision, with fermentation and élevage focused on highlighting the vineyard’s naturally expressive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2023, Vaillons displays exceptional aromatic complexity. White flowers, jasmine, citrus blossom and ripe orchard fruits emerge from the glass with remarkable clarity. The palate is bright and finely detailed, offering layers of lemon, apple and subtle stone fruit framed by fresh acidity and chalky minerality. While immediately appealing, the wine possesses impressive depth and structure, promising further complexity with bottle age. The vintage has amplified both the concentration and elegance of this highly regarded Premier Cru site.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460248109174,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Chablis-Les-Vaillons-Billaud-Simon-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184607"},{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-chablis-premier-cru-mont-de-milieu-2023","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis Premier Cru 'Mont de Milieu' 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMont de Milieu occupies a privileged position on the right bank of Chablis, directly opposite the Grand Cru slope. Billaud-Simon’s wine is produced from four separate parcels spread across different elevations and exposures, providing a complete expression of the vineyard’s complexity. The site’s limestone-rich soils and ideal exposure consistently deliver wines of both power and finesse. Fermentation and ageing are carefully managed to preserve freshness while allowing the vineyard’s natural richness to emerge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage has produced an especially compelling Mont de Milieu. Aromas of fresh citrus, white flowers, peony and crisp apple are layered with subtle mineral and smoky nuances. The palate combines concentration and texture with the hallmark tension of Chablis, offering impressive depth without sacrificing energy. Rich orchard fruit flavours are balanced by bright acidity and a long, saline finish. A wine that beautifully bridges the gap between Premier Cru elegance and Grand Cru intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460248469622,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Chablis-Mont-de-Milieu-Billaud-Simon-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184585"},{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-chablis-premier-cru-montee-de-tonnerre-2023","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis Premier Cru 'Montée de Tonnerre' 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOften regarded as the Premier Cru vineyard most closely resembling the Grand Crus, Montée de Tonnerre sits immediately adjacent to the famous Grand Cru slope. Billaud-Simon farms over two hectares across the climat, with parcels planted on south and south-west facing slopes of Kimmeridgian limestone and clay. The vineyard’s privileged position produces wines of remarkable complexity, combining mineral intensity, floral elegance, concentration and structure. Fermentation and élevage take place primarily in stainless steel to preserve purity and site expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage highlights everything that makes Montée de Tonnerre one of Chablis’ greatest Premier Crus. The nose is intensely aromatic, revealing citrus zest, white flowers, oyster shell, wet stone and delicate spice. On the palate, the wine is layered, powerful and remarkably harmonious, balancing ripe fruit with vibrant acidity and pronounced mineral drive. There is both richness and tension here, with a long, precise finish that hints at significant ageing potential. A wine of Grand Cru stature in all but name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460248731766,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Chablis-Montee-de-Tonerre-Billaud-Simon-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184559"},{"product_id":"domaine-billaud-simon-chablis-grand-cru-les-clos-2023","title":"Domaine Billaud-Simon Chablis Grand Cru 'Les Clos' 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Clos is widely regarded as the king of Chablis’ seven Grand Crus, producing the region’s most powerful, structured and age-worthy wines. Billaud-Simon’s parcel was planted in 1966 and occupies a prime position on the Grand Cru hillside. The vineyard’s steep slopes and Kimmeridgian soils consistently deliver wines of exceptional concentration and mineral intensity. In 2023, approximately half of the wine was matured in oak, providing additional texture and complexity while retaining the vineyard’s unmistakable identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Les Clos is a profound wine of immense depth and structure. Aromas of oyster shell, citrus oil, green apple, white flowers and crushed stone unfold gradually in the glass. The palate is dense and concentrated yet remains remarkably vibrant, supported by a firm acid spine and layers of mineral extract. Despite the generosity of the vintage, the wine retains outstanding precision and balance. Powerful, compact and intensely age-worthy, this is a classic expression of Chablis’ most celebrated Grand Cru vineyard and one of the standout wines of the 2023 collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUAN MCKAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43460255121526,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Chablis-Les-Clos-cire-billaud-simon-Photoroom.jpg?v=1780184529"}],"url":"https:\/\/huntershillwineroom.com.au\/collections\/domaine-billaud-simon-chablis.oembed","provider":"Hunters Hill Wine Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}