Tasting Notes

This exceptional Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2023 from Domaine Bernard Defaix showcases pure Chardonnay elegance with crystalline mineral precision and vibrant citrus freshness.

Aromas of white flowers, green apple, and distinctive wet limestone minerality
Crisp palate featuring lemon zest, sea salt, and subtle white peach notes
Medium-bodied with razor-sharp acidity and a long, chalky finish

Food Pairing

• Classic match with oysters on the half shell or grilled Dover sole
• Sublime with goat cheese gougères or asparagus risotto
• Unexpected delight with tempura vegetables or ceviche

Winery Notes

Situated on the right of the Grand Crus just after Les Clos and Blanchot, he has an excellent exposure South/South-East.
The soils are from the Upper Jurassic period (Kimmeridgean only for this plot). 
The wine is vinified on oak barrels of 1 to 5 wines with regular "batonnage". Doing so, we move the lees and enrich the wine without letting the woody aromas get the upper hand. After 12 months ageing, the wine is bottled with a light filtration. 
Round and powerful, this wine also shows flowery aromas, an great texture and a nice minerality on finish in the mouth. To serve around 13°C with poultry or fish for example