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    Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L
    Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L
    Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L
    Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L
    Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L

    Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L

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      Chalk and sea breeze meet orchard fruit in this defining Côte de Léchet bottling. From nine hectares of southeast-facing vines above the village of Milly, Domaine Bernard Defaix shapes the most complete expression of this storied Premier Cru. As the largest landholder, and the only certified-organic grower, in Côte de Léchet, Didier Defaix has an intimate grasp of its mineral core and sunlit fruit. The 2023 vintage channels both, weaving the site’s signature saline precision with an extra thread of ripeness from the year’s warm conditions.

      A quarter of the wine ferments in seasoned oak once used for the domaine’s old-vine cuvée, lending subtle breadth to the chiselled frame. The result is Chablis of crystalline clarity: white fruit purity set against a spine of chalk and crushed stone. In magnum, this Premier Cru’s structure and poise are set to unfurl over the long term, making it as compelling at the table today as it will be in a decade.

      Chalk and sea breeze meet orchard fruit in this defining Côte de Léchet bottling. From nine hectares of southeast-facing vines above the village of Milly, Domaine Bernard Defaix shapes the most complete expression of this storied Premier Cru. As the largest landholder, and the only certified-organic grower, in Côte de Léchet, Didier Defaix has an intimate grasp of its mineral core and sunlit fruit. The 2023 vintage channels both, weaving the site’s signature saline precision with an extra thread of ripeness from the year’s warm conditions.

      A quarter of the wine ferments in seasoned oak once used for the domaine’s old-vine cuvée, lending subtle breadth to the chiselled frame. The result is Chablis of crystalline clarity: white fruit purity set against a spine of chalk and crushed stone. In magnum, this Premier Cru’s structure and poise are set to unfurl over the long term, making it as compelling at the table today as it will be in a decade.

      Maker

      Domaine Bernard Defaix

      Varietal

      Chardonnay

      Country

      France

      Region

      Chablis

      Vintage

      2023

      ABV

      13%

      Bottle size

      1.5L

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      Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet 2023 1.5L

      Ripe aromas of candied citrus, poached pear and shellfish, with a hint of wet stone. Beautifully textured on the palate, with excellent volume, power and minerality. A wine that deserves to be discovered.

      — Burghound, 90–93/100

      Green fruit flavours that stand up to oak… good nerve… structured to age very well.

      — Jancis Robinson, 16.5/20

      Structured and mineral-driven Chablis with citrus, wet stone and floral notes… a benchmark expression of a Premier Cru Chablis.

      — Langtons, 93 points

      Domaine Bernard Defaix

      Domaine Bernard Defaix was founded in 1959 by Bernard Defaix, and today it is run by his sons, Sylvain and Didier. The estate spans 27 hectares in the Chablis region, with vineyards that include some of the finest Premier Cru sites. The Defaix family is known for its commitment to organic farming, having adopted organic practices in 2009 and officially receiving certification in 2012. The family’s dedication to quality is evident in their small but carefully tended vineyards, where they focus on maintaining soil health and promoting biodiversity. With a focus on minimal intervention, they allow the natural character of the Chablis terroir to shine through in each bottle.

      The family’s expertise and hands-on approach extend to every aspect of their winemaking process. From vineyard management to fermentation, the Defaix family ensures that each wine is a true reflection of its origins. Their approach to fermentation uses wild yeasts, and the wines are aged in glass-lined tanks, which preserves the freshness and vibrancy that is characteristic of their style. The result is wines that are both expressive and pure, capturing the essence of Chablis and showcasing the region's unique terroir.

      Tasting notes

      NOSE
      Citrus and stone

      Fresh lemon zest, poached pear and white blossom over crushed chalk and a hint of sea breeze.

      PALATE
      Taut yet creamy

      Lemon curd and tangy grapefruit on a creamy, lees-driven texture, balanced by linear acidity and a savoury, stony undercurrent.

      FINISH
      Lingering mineral depth

      Long, saline and expansive, with Côte de Léchet’s hallmark precision.