Jean-Jacques Girard, Bourgogne Chardonnay Monopole Blanc – 2024 – 75cl 2024

Samuel Billaud Petit Chablis 2024 is an outstanding example of Petit Chablis from one of the region’s most highly regarded producers. Domaine Samuel Billaud has rapidly established itself among the... top names in Chablis, producing wines known for their precision, minerality and purity of fruit. The 2024 vintage is an excellent year in Chablis for quality, although quantities are significantly reduced, making allocations particularly tight. This Petit Chablis is sourced from vineyards situated on the upper plateau above Chablis, close to the Grand Cru hillside and overlooking some of the appellation’s most famous vineyards. The proximity to the Grand Cru terroir is reflected in the wine’s precision and mineral character, giving a style far beyond what is normally expected from Petit Chablis. The cooler elevated sites help preserve freshness and acidity, while the Kimmeridgian influence in the soils contributes to the distinctive saline and chalky profile associated with the best wines of Chablis. Tasting notes Samuel Billaud Petit Chablis 2024 shows aromas of citrus, green apple and white flowers, with notes of oyster shell and wet stone. On the palate the wine is bright and focused, with crisp acidity supporting pure citrus fruit and a pronounced mineral edge. There is impressive tension and energy throughout, leading to a long, clean and saline finish. A remarkably precise Petit Chablis that reflects both the quality of the 2024 vintage and the rise of Samuel Billaud as one of Chablis’ leading producers, offering notable freshness and minerality with strong typicity.