The 2023 Louis Michel Chablis Premier Cru Séchets is a distinctive Chardonnay from the Vaillons valley, where marl-rich soils give the wine aromatic complexity and a finely chiselled mineral character. The nose shows pear, lemon and orange peel with white flowers, hints of mango, oyster shell and subtle chalky notes.
On the palate, it is medium-to-full bodied and concentrated, with bright acidity supporting ripe orchard fruit and citrus. A gently fleshy mid-palate is balanced by oyster-shell minerality and a pronounced saline edge, leading to a long, pure and refined finish. Louis Michel’s oak-free approach keeps the vineyard character precise and transparent, and Séchets is regarded by the domaine as particularly suited to cellaring.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a great choice for Chablis drinkers who enjoy concentrated, mineral-driven Chardonnay with bright acidity and serious ageing potential. Enjoy with some air when young or cellar into the 2030s and beyond. Pair with oysters, scallops, lobster, grilled snapper, roast chicken or creamy seafood dishes.
