{"product_id":"dom-billaud-simon-chablis-1er-cru-vaulorent-2023","title":"Dom. Billaud Simon Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent 2023","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eChablis 1er Cru 'Vaulorent' 2023\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Uncrowned Grand Cru\" – Precision Meets Golden Ripeness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e2023 Vaulorent\u003c\/b\u003e from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003eDomaine Billaud-Simon\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the most exciting bottles in their lineup. Vaulorent is widely considered the \"8th Grand Cru\" because it is the only Premier Cru located on the same iconic hill as the Grand Crus, sitting right next to \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"267\"\u003eLes Preuses\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eIn the generous 2023 vintage, this site’s natural \"coolness\" and ventilation were essential in preserving the Chablis typicity against the summer warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Vibe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis is a wine of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eexceptional depth and \"iodine\" character\u003c\/b\u003e. Because the vines are quite old (some dating back to 1952), they reach deep into the Kimmeridgian limestone, resulting in a wine that feels \"thicker\" and more muscular than a standard Premier Cru. In 2023, Billaud-Simon utilized approximately \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"303\"\u003e25% wood aging\u003c\/b\u003e, which doesn't make the wine taste like oak, but rather gives it a \"super-sleek\" and succulent texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe Nose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe 2023 is remarkably expressive right now:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Fruit:\u003c\/b\u003e A concentrated core of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eyellow plum, fresh pear, and lemon confit\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Marine:\u003c\/b\u003e An \"explosion\" of classic Chablis elements—\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003eshellfish, sea breeze, and wet stones\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nuance:\u003c\/b\u003e Delicate floral wisps of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003eacacia and a hint of petrol\u003c\/b\u003e (characteristic of high-quality aged Chardonnay) beginning to emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe Taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eOn the palate, Vaulorent is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003ebroad-shouldered but vibrantly energetic\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Texture:\u003c\/b\u003e It is notably rich and \"sappy,\" with a density that coats the tongue. This is the \"Grand Cru\" weight showing through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Despite the ripeness of the 2023 fruit, the wine remains \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eyouthfully austere\u003c\/b\u003e. It has a \"bitter-lemon\" grip and a powerful line of saline acidity that keeps it fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Very long and \"classy.\" It leaves a lingering sensation of crushed chalk and saline minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e📋 Product Specs (2026 Status)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003eChablis 1er Cru Vaulorent (Directly abuts Grand Cru \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003eLes Preuses\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003e100% Chardonnay (Vines planted in 1952)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003e~75% Stainless Steel \/ 25% Neutral Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e13% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2026 – 2040+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Score\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e92-94 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Jasper Morris \/ Allen Meadows)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Luxury Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eGrilled Lobster\u003c\/b\u003e or turbot with a light hollandaise; the wine's density matches the richness of the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Mineral Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eOysters Rockefeller\u003c\/b\u003e or scallops sautéed in butter and herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Savory Twist:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eRoast Quail\u003c\/b\u003e or poultry with morels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Cheese:\u003c\/b\u003e An aged \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eComté\u003c\/b\u003e (36 months) or a firm, nutty sheep's milk cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, this wine is still quite \"compact.\" If you are opening it now, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003edecant it for at least 45 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e. This is a powerful, serious wine that acts more like a Grand Cru than a Premier Cru. Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"210\"\u003e11–13°C\u003c\/b\u003e to let the yellow plum and iodine notes fully expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Dom. Billaud Simon Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent 2023","offer_id":57650069700982,"sku":"3525135492317","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alko","offer_id":57650069733750,"sku":"3525135492317","price":41.42,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/dombillaudsimonvaulorent.png?v=1774028431","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/dom-billaud-simon-chablis-1er-cru-vaulorent-2023","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}