DOMAINE
BERNARD DEFAIX
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.
Chablis
$49.99 x 6
Regular price $265.43 PER CASE
SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $49.99 EACH
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
$62.99 x 6
Regular price $334.46 PER CASE
SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $62.99 EACH
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
$36.99 x 6
Regular price $196.41 PER CASE
SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $36.99 EACH
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.
Chablis 1er Cru Les Vaillons
$62.99 x 6
Regular price $334.46 PER CASE
SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $62.99 EACH
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.
Bourgogne Blanc
$37.99 x 6
Regular price $201.72 PER CASE
SIZE
6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $37.99 EACH
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!).
FOREVER FRANCE
$160.00 PER CASE
Regular price $141.59 PER CASE
We love- and envy- the French lifestyle. Delicious food, fine cheeses, and so much excellent wine. Bernard Defaix’s Côte de Lechet Premier Cru and Château du Glana’s formidable St. Julien are a perfect reminder of the importance of le bon vivre!
This set includes 1 bottle of each:
Bernard Defaix - Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Lechet - 2022
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.
Château du Glana - Saint Julien - 2018
A good estate to note down. Brothers Ludovic and Julien Meffre are making good wines here outside of the classified rankings that dominate the appellation. It has a touch of hedgerow in it, which in my mind is shorthand for not being over-polished, so you still get a sense of vibrancy but of actually being made by someone, not pulled off a conveyor belt. It's not the most sumptuous 2018 that you're going to find, but it's beautifully enjoyable, full of vigour and displays the ripe fruit of the vintage.
All premium gift sets are packed in a custom pine wooden gift box with slide opening, locally made in Campbellville, Ontario.