A precise, mineral Chablis Premier Cru with citrus purity, chalky drive and classic Louis Michel restraint.
Louis Michel & Fils Séchets Chablis Premier Cru 2022 is a refined, terroir led Chardonnay that showcases the cooler, more linear side of Chablis. Sourced from the Séchets Premier Cru climat, it delivers crystalline fruit, tension and a saline, limestone edge. Fermented and matured without oak, the focus is firmly on site expression, freshness and finesse , an elegant Premier Cru that rewards attention and time.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Lemon zest, green apple and white peach with hints of crushed oyster shell and chalk.
Palate: Taut and focused with citrus and stone fruit framed by incisive acidity and a mineral backbone.
Finish: Long, dry and saline with lingering chalky precision.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 10–12°C. Allow time in the glass to reveal additional mineral and floral nuances.
About the Winery / Region
Louis Michel & Fils is a historic family estate founded in 1850, now led by the sixth generation in the heart of Chablis. Renowned for their oak free philosophy, Louis Michel & Fils vinify and mature their Chablis exclusively in stainless steel, preserving purity, freshness and a clear expression of Kimmeridgian limestone soils.
The Séchets Premier Cru vineyard sits on the right bank of the Serein River and is known for producing wines of finesse, minerality and subtle power rather than overt richness. This site-driven approach results in Chablis that is classical, precise and age-worthy, hallmarks of the Louis Michel style.
Cellaring Potential
Drinking well now with energy and line, or cellar confidently until 2035 to develop greater depth and savoury complexity.
Collector’s Note
Louis Michel & Fils Premier Crus are highly regarded for their consistency and transparent expression of site. Séchets is prized for its elegance and mineral clarity, making it a compelling choice for Chablis enthusiasts seeking authenticity and restraint.
Details
Winery: Louis Michel & Fils
Vintage: 2022
Variety: Chardonnay
Vineyard: Séchets (Premier Cru)
Region: Chablis, Burgundy, France
Classification: Chablis Premier Cru
Winemaking: Stainless steel fermentation and ageing (no oak)