Bernard Defaix 'Montee de Tonnerre' Chablis 1er Cru 2023
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- TASTING NOTE: “Didier calls this "more tonic", and it does have a refreshing, feel-good vibrancy. Detailed on the nose with forward scents of citrus zest, toasted almonds and sea shore, more of the same follows on the doubly intense palate. Crisply dry and already very complete, this is one not to miss in the line-up.” 94 Points - Christy Canterbury MW, Tim Atkin Burgundy Report
- ABOUT THE WINE: Unlike Côte de Léchet, Defaix’s Monty is made from purchased fruit. Didier Defaix tells us he has worked with the same grower for 20 years. Although the vineyards are not organically certified, the family “works like us” (that is to say, he’s very happy with the quality). The Montée de Tonnerre is drawn from old vines in Chapelot, which forms 20 hectares of the vineyard on a similar southeast-facing aspect to the neighbouring Grands Crus. The vineyard’s iconic grower is, of course, Raveneau, although Moreau-Naudet, Billaud-Simon and others farm vines in this prestigious lieu-dit. This cuvée ferments with native yeasts entirely in used barrels (one to five years old) with regular bâtonnage. The wine is bottled after 12 months in barrel and a further six months in stainless steel. It’s a great release, full of mouthcoating, zingy fruit and stony energy. Bibendum
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ABOUT THE PRODUCER: Bernard Defaix started with only 2 hectares in 1959, and the estate remains a family-owned business committed to sustainable and organic vine growing—a challenging task in Chablis—as well as minimal intervention winemaking. Specifically, they have a strong focus on soil protection. Today, the domain spans 27 hectares, including Premier Cru vineyards (Côte de Léchet, Vaillons, and Lys), Chablis (village appellation), and Petit Chablis. Bibendum
- COUNTRY: France
- REGION: Burgundy
- SUB-REGION: Chablis
- VARIETAL: Chardonnay
- WINE STYLE: White Wine
- CLASSIFICATION: Organic & Biodynamic Farming, Vegan
- CLOSURE: Screwcap
- ABV%: 13%
- SIZE: 750ml
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