Billaud-simon 2023 Chablis, Burgundy, France Recipe
Make Billaud-simon 2023 Chablis, Burgundy, France Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Wine Ingredients
Tasting Notes
Method
Winemaking Process
- 1
Harvesting
Harvest the Chardonnay grapes at optimal ripeness, ensuring they are free from rot and damage.
- 2
Crushing and Pressing
Crush the harvested grapes and press them to extract the juice, separating it from the grape skins and seeds.
- 3
Fermentation
Add yeast to the grape juice and allow it to ferment in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures for approximately 3-4 weeks.
- 4
Malolactic Fermentation
Introduce malolactic bacteria to the wine after primary fermentation to soften the acidity and add complexity.
- 5
Aging
Age the wine in stainless steel or oak barrels for 6-12 months, depending on desired oak influence.
- 6
Bottling
Once aging is complete, add sulfites to stabilize the wine before bottling it into clean, sterilized bottles.
Tasting and Serving
- 7
Chilling
Chill the wine in a refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- 8
Glass Selection
Serve in a tulip-shaped white wine glass to enhance the aromas.
- 9
Tasting Notes
Pour the wine and observe its color. Note the citrus zest and green apple aromas, and take a sip to enjoy the minerality and oak influence on the palate.