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Domaine Bernard Defaix Vaudesir Chablis Grand Cru 2023
The Domaine Bernard Defaix is now managed by his sons Didier and Sylvain.
Domaine Bernard Defaix Vaudésir Chablis Grand Cru 2023 is a refined Chardonnay from the famed Vaudésir Grand Cru in Chablis, Burgundy, France, uniting florality, ripe fruit and saline minerality in an elegant, ageworthy style.
Tasting Profile
Round, elegant and very seductive, the wine shows enticing aromas of white flowers, citrus fruits and ripe green fruits, with roasted almond and mineral notes adding complexity. The medium‑bodied palate is ample and mouth‑filling yet finely balanced, blending rich, layered fruit with refreshing citrus lift, marked acidity and a long, mineral, slightly saline finish that underlines its Grand Cru pedigree.
Key Traits
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Grape & Appellation: 100% Chardonnay, Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir.
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Style & Aging: Aged exclusively in oak barrels on fine lees, giving a seductive, complex, well‑structured and harmonious profile with excellent aging potential.
Terroir & Label
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Terroir: Classic Kimmeridgian limestone of Vaudésir, bringing floral lift, mouth‑filling fruit and a pronounced mineral‑saline backbone.
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Presentation: Traditional Chablis bottle in green glass with the Domaine Bernard Defaix label clearly stating “Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir”.
