Dom. Billaud Simon Chablis Magnum 2022

The Vibe

The 2022 vintage was characterized by a hot, dry summer, which usually results in "fleshier" wines. However, Billaud-Simon’s signature cold-fermentation in stainless steel acted as a brilliant counter-pressure to that heat. In the magnum format, the ratio of oxygen to wine is much lower, meaning the 2022 energy has been perfectly preserved. It feels more like a young Premier Cru than a standard village wine.

The Nose

In 2026, the magnum offers a "high-definition" aromatic profile:

• The Fruit: Intense lemon curd, crunchy green apple, and white peach.

• The Development: Unlike the smaller bottles, the magnum still carries a scent of wet flint and struck match (reduction), which adds a sophisticated "edge."

• The Floral: Subtle, high-toned notes of elderflower and acacia that emerge as the wine warms in the glass.

The Taste

On the palate, the 2022 Magnum is expansive yet focused.

• The Texture: It has a "glossy" mouthfeel—a result of the ripe 2022 fruit—but it is immediately reined in by a chalky, vibrating acidity.

• The Profile: Pure and mineral. It tastes of saline citrus and rain-washed stone.

• The Finish: Because it's a magnum, the finish is notably longer and more "vertical" than the 0,75L, leaving a mouth-watering, savory grip.

📋 Magnum Specs (2026 Status)

Best Paired With:

• The Table Centerpiece: A Whole Salt-Crusted Sea Bass or a large platter of Langoustines.

• The "Solar" Match: Roasted Chicken with lemon and thyme; the wine's 2022 ripeness stands up beautifully to the savory poultry fats.

• The Cheese: A young Beaufort or a creamy Chaource (the acidity in the magnum cuts through the triple-cream perfectly).

Pro Tip: In 2026, a 2022 Magnum is a "celebration" bottle. It stays cold in the glass much longer than a standard bottle. Serve at 10–12°C. Because it is still quite youthful in this format, don't be afraid to decant the magnum for 20 minutes before your guests arrive—it will help the "stony" mineral notes detach from the ripe fruit.