2021 Chablis 1er Cru Sechet Vieilles Vignes
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The 2021 Chablis Séchet Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru has quite a strict bouquet that lacks a little flair, especially considering the vineyard in question. The palate is taut and fresh though overall this is missing some complexity and feels rather bitter and shallow on the finish. A bit…mean. It was given a more laudatory score out of barrel and I wonder if this has gone into its shell? Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2021 Chablis Les Séchets 1er Cru is still obdurate and timid on the nose, tightly coiled and very pure, hints of orange blossom reluctantly emerging. The palate is very well-balanced with a saline attack, taut and fresh, lovely and poised with a malic finish that needs more persistence to develop. Give it time.
Another chiseled classic is the 2021 Chablis 1er Cru Séchet Vieilles Vignes, a medium to full-bodied, racy and layered wine evocative of citrus oil and white currants mingled with apple blossom, beeswax and oyster shells. Saline and penetrating, it was matured for 18 months in tank.
About the producer
Samuel Billaud started making wine under his own name in 2009, but he is one of the most experienced producers in Chablis, having made wine in the region since 1985.