DOMAINE
BERNARD DEFAIX

Fourth generation winemaker Bernard Defaix established his Domaine in 1959. Bernard’s two sons Sylvain & Didier oversee operations today which stretch over 27 hectares including three Premier Cru vineyards (Côte de Léchet, Vaillons and Lys) and others in the Chablis and Petit Chablis appellations. After many years moving towards sustainable and more ecological farming practices, the vineyards were officially certified organic in 2009. Known for creating truly elegant wines, they produce exclusively Chablis, and are widely considered to be one of the finest producers in the region today.

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Chablis
Domaine Bernard Defaix

Chablis

$46.99 x 6

$281.94 PER CASE
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SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES
PRODUCER
Domaine Bernard Defaix
VINTAGE
2023
COLOUR
White
SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY
Chablis, Burgundy, France
GRAPE
Chardonnay


A fine brilliant yellow colour. On the aromas, mineral notes are dominant combined with delicate touches of green apple and citrus fruit (lemon and grapefruit). The mouth is fresh and persistent. A fine brilliant yellow colour. On the aromas, mineral notes are dominant combined with delicate touches of green apple and citrus fruit (lemon and grapefruit). The mouth is fresh and persistent.

 

92 Points, Decanter (2020 vintage)



Domaine Bernard Defaix is a highly-rated family estate based in Milly, with the vines for this bottling averaging 30 years age. Ten months lees ageing adds to the complexity on both the nose and palate. Refined, classy and complex characters on show here, which meld beautifully with the ripe peachy fruit notes. A very fine, expressive, distinctive Chablis which is ready to drink now but will age very well for many years.

Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Lechet
Domaine Bernard Defaix

Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Lechet

$64.99 x 6

$389.94 PER CASE
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SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES
PRODUCER
Domaine Bernard Defaix
VINTAGE
2022
COLOUR
White
SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY
Chablis, Burgundy, France
GRAPE
Chardonnay
 

The remarkable stony and sunny soil of this Premier Cru, located on the slopes of the village Milly and on the right backs of the river Serein, is perfectly captured in this powerful and complex wine. It flourishes with age and expresses mineral aromas reminiscent of gunflint. The Côte de Lechet is indeed one of the Premiers Crus of the Chablisian vineyard with the most exceptional ageing potential. Serve with fish or poultry, with white butter or cream sauces.

Sauvignon St. Bris
Domaine Bernard Defaix

Sauvignon St. Bris

$34.99 x 6

$209.94 PER CASE
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SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES
PRODUCER
Domaine Bernard Defaix
VINTAGE
2023
COLOUR
White
REGION, COUNTRY
Auxerrey, France
GRAPE
sauvignon blanc

Saint Bris is located in the Auxerre region (15 km from Chablis) and the wine comes exclusively from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety, which makes this appellation an exception in Burgundy. This wine has aromas of citrus and lemon, sometimes a hint of fresh grass. The palate is balanced, structured and fresh. 

Bourgogne Blanc
Domaine Bernard Defaix

Bourgogne Blanc

$36.99 x 6

$221.94 PER CASE
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SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES
PRODUCER
Domaine Bernard Defaix
VINTAGE
2023
COLOUR
White
REGION, COUNTRY
auxerrey, France
GRAPE
chardonnay

This Bourgogne Blanc comes exclusively from Chardonnay grape, planted on clayey and chalky soils. The Chardonnay, now grown all over the world, is native from Bourgogne and shows here its purest expression.
Our Bourgogne blanc has a beautiful aromatic structure, a lot of fineness and a great balance. It is a real “pleasure wine”.
To serve with a plate of sausages and ham, cold cuts, mixed salad or of course “gougères” (another speciality from Bourgogne!). 

Chablis 1er Cru Les Vaillons
Domaine Bernard Defaix

Chablis 1er Cru Les Vaillons

$62.99 x 6

$334.46 PER CASE
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SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES
PRODUCER
Domaine Bernard Defaix
VINTAGE
2022
COLOUR
White
REGION, COUNTRY
Chablis, Burgundy, France
GRAPE
Chardonnay

Premier Cru Les Vaillons joins together several named plots of the Chablis region; some of our vineyards are located in the named plot Les Vaillons, and others in Les Lys. In this 1er cru, young and old vines are blended. The young vines were planted with a selection of the best clones of Chardonnay, resulting in wine that embodies freshness and floral hints. The wine produced from the old vines is characterized by its structure and finesse. The final blend is a finely balanced, elegant, and harmonious wine.