2015 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre, Samuel Billaud

2015 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre, Samuel Billaud

“The 2015 Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre comes from two parcels in the lieux-dits of Haut Chapelot and Montée de Tonnerre itself (in a part known as the "triangle" due to its shape). It has a very refined bouquet with scents of white peach and a hint of nectarine developing alongside chalky aromas. The palate is very crisp on the entry with notes of Granny Smith apple, that white peach again and a touch of spice that lends tension and energy towards the finish; there is a dab of lemongrass that seems to fizz on the tip of the tongue after the wine has departed. This is a one of Samuel Billaud's most impressive releases in 2015.”
(91-93) points, Neal Martin, The Wine Advocate

*Tasted as a tank sample, alcohol by volume % to be confirmed once bottled

Critic score
92/100 info

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Montée de Tonnerre, Chablis, France
  • Grape
    Chardonnay
  • Maturity
    Ready 2018 - 2026info
  • Colour
    White
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    13%
  • Classification
    Premier Cru

Tasting notes

The 2015 Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre comes from two parcels in the lieux-dits of Haut Chapelot and Montée de Tonnerre itself (in a part known as the "triangle" due to its shape). It has a very refined bouquet with scents of white peach and a hint of nectarine developing alongside chalky aromas. The palate is very crisp on the entry with notes of Granny Smith apple, that white peach again and a touch of spice that lends tension and energy towards the finish; there is a dab of lemongrass that seems to fizz on the tip of the tongue after the wine has departed. This is a one of Samuel Billaud's most impressive releases in 2015.

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
91—93/100

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