COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine Billaud-Simon
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Billaud-Simon's Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 2022 hails from the Bougros climat, situated on the right bank of the Serein River. This appellation is known for producing wines with a more rounded profile compared to other Grand Crus, often exhibiting pronounced minerality and salinity. The vineyard benefits from a south-western exposure, promoting optimal ripening. Domaine Billaud-Simon, established in 1815 and now owned by the Faiveley family, is recognized for its focused, mineral-driven Chablis wines, emphasizing purity and balance through meticulous viticulture and minimal intervention. The 2022 vintage was a ripe and balanced year, contributing to the wine's depth and minerality.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€73
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bougros is the most south-westerly of the Chablis Grand Cru vineyards.
Fact 02
The soil here has a higher clay content than other Grand Crus.
Fact 03
Domaine Billaud-Simon will achieve organic certification in 2025.
Fact 04
The Serein River plays a crucial role in shaping the microclimate.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Billaud-Simon's Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 2022 begins with hand-harvested and sorted grapes. Fermentation primarily takes place in stainless steel vats, utilizing natural yeasts. Malolactic fermentation is permitted. The wine then ages for 15-18 months, with the majority of its time spent in stainless steel tanks, though a portion may be aged in French oak barrels. Sustainable viticulture is practiced, with organic certification planned for the 2025 vintage.
