Domaine Seguinot-Bordet 2023 Chablis Vieilles Vignes
The 2023 Domaine Seguinot-Bordet Chablis Vieilles Vignes is a striking example of mature, site-driven Chablis — expressive and mineral-etched, yet with depth and charm. It balances freshness and texture beautifully, making it alluring now while promising further nuance with short-term aging.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Domaine Seguinot-Bordet traces its roots in the Chablis district as far back as 1590, and today is led by Jean-François Bordet, who is committed to expressing terroir through varietal purity and minimal intervention.
The Vieilles Vignes (old vines) bottling is made from vines aged at 60+ years, which allows deeper root penetration and greater mineral influence.
On the domaine’s website under “Nos Vins de Chablis,” they describe its style as:
“Powerful & solid … combining powerful mellowness with tender vivacity … the long finish is resolutely mineral, expressing rigor and charm.”
In 2023, the vintage itself was warm, and for this cuvée, Seguinot-Bordet aimed for purity: bright, luminous wines, with the expressive nose coming through early.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Pale gold with greenish glints. Aromas of green apple, lemon zest, white flower, and sea-air salinity, mingled with crushed stone and oyster shell minerality.
Palate:
Medium to medium-plus body with bright citrus (lemon, lime), green pear, and a stony undercurrent. The old vines lend richness and texture, moving toward a fine, saline quality. There’s a balance of fruit and austerity, giving both approachability and structure.
Finish:
Long, mineral-driven, and clean — finishing on chalk, sea-shell, and a lingering saline twist that reinforces the wine’s Chablis identity.
Food Pairings
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Shellfish & Seafood: Oysters, scallops, lobster, shrimp
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White Fish: Sole meunière, grilled cod, sea bass with citrus
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Light Poultry / Game Birds: Cornish hen, roast quail with herbs
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Vegetarian: Asparagus risotto, artichokes, lemon-herb herbed vegetables
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Cheese: Fresh chèvre, Comté jeune, Camembert (not overly aged)
Also elegant as an apéritif, best served at ~10–12 °C (50–54 °F).
Quick Overview
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Chablis, Burgundy, France |
| Producer | Domaine Seguinot-Bordet |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Vine Age | 60+ years (Vieilles Vignes) |
| Soil / Terroir | Kimmeridgian limestone (clay, fossilized shells) |
| Color | Pale golden yellow with green glints |
| Aromas & Flavors | Citrus, green apple, white florals, saline minerality |
| Style / Identity | Full-expression Chablis from old vines — mineral, textured, elegant |
| Tasting Window | Now through ~2029 (or slightly longer with careful cellaring) |
| Food Pairing Emphasis | Shellfish, seafood, light fish, fresh cheeses |
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Description
The 2023 Domaine Seguinot-Bordet Chablis Vieilles Vignes is a striking example of mature, site-driven Chablis — expressive and mineral-etched, yet with depth and charm. It balances freshness and texture beautifully, making it alluring now while promising further nuance with short-term aging.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Domaine Seguinot-Bordet traces its roots in the Chablis district as far back as 1590, and today is led by Jean-François Bordet, who is committed to expressing terroir through varietal purity and minimal intervention.
The Vieilles Vignes (old vines) bottling is made from vines aged at 60+ years, which allows deeper root penetration and greater mineral influence.
On the domaine’s website under “Nos Vins de Chablis,” they describe its style as:
“Powerful & solid … combining powerful mellowness with tender vivacity … the long finish is resolutely mineral, expressing rigor and charm.”
In 2023, the vintage itself was warm, and for this cuvée, Seguinot-Bordet aimed for purity: bright, luminous wines, with the expressive nose coming through early.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Pale gold with greenish glints. Aromas of green apple, lemon zest, white flower, and sea-air salinity, mingled with crushed stone and oyster shell minerality.
Palate:
Medium to medium-plus body with bright citrus (lemon, lime), green pear, and a stony undercurrent. The old vines lend richness and texture, moving toward a fine, saline quality. There’s a balance of fruit and austerity, giving both approachability and structure.
Finish:
Long, mineral-driven, and clean — finishing on chalk, sea-shell, and a lingering saline twist that reinforces the wine’s Chablis identity.
Food Pairings
-
Shellfish & Seafood: Oysters, scallops, lobster, shrimp
-
White Fish: Sole meunière, grilled cod, sea bass with citrus
-
Light Poultry / Game Birds: Cornish hen, roast quail with herbs
-
Vegetarian: Asparagus risotto, artichokes, lemon-herb herbed vegetables
-
Cheese: Fresh chèvre, Comté jeune, Camembert (not overly aged)
Also elegant as an apéritif, best served at ~10–12 °C (50–54 °F).
Quick Overview
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Chablis, Burgundy, France |
| Producer | Domaine Seguinot-Bordet |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Vine Age | 60+ years (Vieilles Vignes) |
| Soil / Terroir | Kimmeridgian limestone (clay, fossilized shells) |
| Color | Pale golden yellow with green glints |
| Aromas & Flavors | Citrus, green apple, white florals, saline minerality |
| Style / Identity | Full-expression Chablis from old vines — mineral, textured, elegant |
| Tasting Window | Now through ~2029 (or slightly longer with careful cellaring) |
| Food Pairing Emphasis | Shellfish, seafood, light fish, fresh cheeses |
