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Buy Wine from Billaud Simon

Billaud-Simon is located in the heart of Chablis, a prestigious wine region in northern Burgundy, France. The winery was founded in 1815 by Charles Louis Noël Billaud after his return to Chablis at the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Charles planted the first vines on his family's land and soon established a reputation for quality winemaking. The Domaine 's vineyard holdings grew considerably in the 1930s with the marriage of his descendant Jean Billaud to Renée Simon.

Jean Billaud managed the Domaine together with his father-in-law Jules Simon for several decades. Subsequently, his son Bernard took over the management of the estate until its acquisition by the Faiveley family in 2014. Today, Domaine Billaud-Simon is managed independently from Domaine Faiveley, with its own facilities and winemaking equipment. The winery strives to continually improve quality while maintaining the distinctive style of its wines.
Billaud-Simon has always been a mainstay in the Chablis region and was one of the first to export its wines to the US market in the 1950s. The Billaud-Simon style is characterised by crisp, mineral and modern Chablis, with finesse, purity and elegance. The wines are delicious when young, but offer great ageing potential. Their benchmark acidity is complemented by a rich fruitiness, especially in the Grand Crus, which typically improve in bottle for at least a decade.

Vineyards

The Billaud-Simon vineyards are spread over 20 hectares of prime Chablis terroir. The region is known for its Kimmeridgian soil, a unique blend of clay and limestone rich in marine fossils, which gives Chablis wines their characteristic mineral profile.
The terroir of Chablis is one of the most unique and renowned in the wine world. Climatic conditions also play a crucial role, with cold winters and hot summers creating a perfect balance for the development of the Chardonnay grape, the region's predominant variety. Cool nights and constant breezes help to maintain the acidity and freshness of the grapes, which is reflected in Billaud-Simon's wines.

Philosophy

Billaud-Simon' s philosophy focuses on authenticity and expression of terroir. The winery uses traditional winemaking techniques combined with modern methods to bring out the unique characteristics of each plot.
In making its wines, Billaud-Simon follows a meticulous approach from the vineyard to the bottle, ensuring the highest quality at every stage. Harvesting is carried out by hand, selecting only the best grapes to ensure that only the healthiest and ripest are used; the grapes are gently pressed and the resulting must ferments in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, preserving the freshness and purity of the aromas as well as the natural acidity of the grapes. Depending on the style of the wine, ageing takes place in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels; oak barrels add complexity and subtle notes of wood and spice, while steel tanks help maintain the liveliness and fruit expression of the wine. In addition, in many of its wines, Billaud-Simon uses natural yeasts present on the grape skins, allowing for a slower, more controlled fermentation, resulting in wines with greater depth and character. This balance in winemaking allows Billaud-Simon to produce wines that are both elegant and complex.
Billaud-Simon' s leitmotiv is to reflect the authenticity of its terroirs and produce wines that are a true expression of the Chablis region; to respect the environment by implementing sustainable practices in both the vineyard and the winery; to preserve tradition by maintaining traditional winemaking techniques that have been perfected over generations; innovate with precision by incorporating modern methods and advanced technology to improve the quality of the wine without compromising its authenticity; prioritise quality over quantity, ensuring that every bottle of Billaud-Simon is a reflection of their dedication and passion for wine.

Showing 1 to 5 of 5 (1 Pages)

Buy Wine from Billaud Simon

Billaud-Simon is located in the heart of Chablis, a prestigious wine region in northern Burgundy, France. The winery was founded in 1815 by Charles Louis Noël Billaud after his return to Chablis at the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Charles planted the first vines on his family's land and soon established a reputation for quality winemaking. The Domaine 's vineyard holdings grew considerably in the 1930s with the marriage of his descendant Jean Billaud to Renée Simon.

Jean Billaud managed the Domaine together with his father-in-law Jules Simon for several decades. Subsequently, his son Bernard took over the management of the estate until its acquisition by the Faiveley family in 2014. Today, Domaine Billaud-Simon is managed independently from Domaine Faiveley, with its own facilities and winemaking equipment. The winery strives to continually improve quality while maintaining the distinctive style of its wines.
Billaud-Simon has always been a mainstay in the Chablis region and was one of the first to export its wines to the US market in the 1950s. The Billaud-Simon style is characterised by crisp, mineral and modern Chablis, with finesse, purity and elegance. The wines are delicious when young, but offer great ageing potential. Their benchmark acidity is complemented by a rich fruitiness, especially in the Grand Crus, which typically improve in bottle for at least a decade.

Vineyards

The Billaud-Simon vineyards are spread over 20 hectares of prime Chablis terroir. The region is known for its Kimmeridgian soil, a unique blend of clay and limestone rich in marine fossils, which gives Chablis wines their characteristic mineral profile.
The terroir of Chablis is one of the most unique and renowned in the wine world. Climatic conditions also play a crucial role, with cold winters and hot summers creating a perfect balance for the development of the Chardonnay grape, the region's predominant variety. Cool nights and constant breezes help to maintain the acidity and freshness of the grapes, which is reflected in Billaud-Simon's wines.

Philosophy

Billaud-Simon' s philosophy focuses on authenticity and expression of terroir. The winery uses traditional winemaking techniques combined with modern methods to bring out the unique characteristics of each plot.
In making its wines, Billaud-Simon follows a meticulous approach from the vineyard to the bottle, ensuring the highest quality at every stage. Harvesting is carried out by hand, selecting only the best grapes to ensure that only the healthiest and ripest are used; the grapes are gently pressed and the resulting must ferments in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, preserving the freshness and purity of the aromas as well as the natural acidity of the grapes. Depending on the style of the wine, ageing takes place in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels; oak barrels add complexity and subtle notes of wood and spice, while steel tanks help maintain the liveliness and fruit expression of the wine. In addition, in many of its wines, Billaud-Simon uses natural yeasts present on the grape skins, allowing for a slower, more controlled fermentation, resulting in wines with greater depth and character. This balance in winemaking allows Billaud-Simon to produce wines that are both elegant and complex.
Billaud-Simon' s leitmotiv is to reflect the authenticity of its terroirs and produce wines that are a true expression of the Chablis region; to respect the environment by implementing sustainable practices in both the vineyard and the winery; to preserve tradition by maintaining traditional winemaking techniques that have been perfected over generations; innovate with precision by incorporating modern methods and advanced technology to improve the quality of the wine without compromising its authenticity; prioritise quality over quantity, ensuring that every bottle of Billaud-Simon is a reflection of their dedication and passion for wine.