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Buy OnlineSpending time in Didier and Sylvain’s company you immediately understand the energy and effort that is put into their wines, or more correctly, their vines and land. Situated a little north of the eponymous village of Chablis the brothers have some of the best situated vineyards in the whole of the region and their efforts to coax the best from the soil are incredible. This translates directly into the wines which are powerful, textural and capable of considerable development. Certified organic and with bio-dynamic influences the gentle caring approach of the Defaix boys makes their wines flagship examples of why Chablis is so special.
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.
Winery notes (2022 Vintage)
"Our vines on the appellation Chablis spread over 12 hectares, situated at the heart of the Chablisian vineyard. This wine is aged in stainless steel tanks so as to respect the typicity of the appellation. Our Chablis are characterised by their freshness, power and tenacity. Their bouquet displays a dominance of mineral notes, which are often associated with delicate touches of citrus fruit (lemon and grapefruit)."
5 Stars & 95/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, April 2024 (2022 Vintage)
"Pristine and restrained, the wine shows lemon zest, nectarine, green pear, oyster shell and white floral nuances on the nose, followed by an intricately expressed palate offering taut mouthfeel combined with refined texture and vibrant acidity. Wonderfully structured with a sustained, delicate finish. At its best: now to 2030. "
91/100 Andy Howard MW, Decanter, October 2023 (2022 Vintage)
"Appealing, with a good balance between generosity and ripeness of melon and peach fruit with bright acidity. Leesy notes add a little extra complexity and the finish is bright, clean and fresh."
Burghound (2022 Vintage)
"A bright and very fresh mix of various white-fleshed fruit aromas that offer reasonable Chablis typicity. The rich, generously proportioned flavors possess solid mid-palate density while delivering good on the citrus-tinged and nicely dry finale."
Vinous (2022 Vintage)
"A vivacious, well-defined, focused nose with nectarine and yellow fruit, conveying a sense of purity. The palate is well-balanced with a fine acidity. It should drink well for 6-8 years."
