MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: A complete analysis of each game on the reception
Grapes in the cellar.
Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature controls during
fermentation.
Maturation and Aging:
Coming from the oldest vineyards of the farm, planted in 1955 by
Bernard Defaix and exposed to the sun in an exceptional way.
This Cuvée is partially fermented and refined in oak barrels.
In fact about half of the wine is fermented in barriques
And there it stays for 12 months on fine yeasts (with regular "batonnage").
Then it is cut with the other side refined in containers
Stainless steel.
The result is bottled 18 months after harvest
With a slight filtration and without tartaric stabilization.
Tasting and tips:
This Cuvée Réserve expresses the full power of the
Cote de Lechet. The bouquet blends floral el..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Full analysis of each game on grape reception
in the basement. Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
The wine is fermented and refined in oak barrels with
Regular "batonnage", in an old vaulted cellar located
In the center of our country, Milly. The first wines of ours
Grandfather was already here vinified. The low temperatures of
These cellars allow us to avoid any treatment
Of stabilization, in fact the precipitation of crystals of
Tartrate occurs naturally during the winter.
Then the wine is bottled without filtration afterwards
15 months of refinement.
Very pleasant nose with fruity hints, honeysuckle and
Mineral notes. To taste this wine is of good thickness.
It is characterized by strength and richness.
To serve at 13 ° C for example ..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Complete analysis of each game to receive grapes in
cellar. Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
This wine comes from several vineyards
Located on the Cote de Lechet.
It is aged on fine yeasts for 9/12 months.
Fine yeasts are regularly regenerated in
Circulate during the first 6 months so
Enrich the structure of the wine.
The cut of the different cuvée is done later
A tasting with the goal of obtaining
A homogeneous final cuvée. Vinification comes
Completely made in stainless steel containers
To preserve the freshness and typicality of the wine.
The extraordinarily pebbly ground and
Sunny, finds itself in this powerful and complex wine.
Increases with aging and expresses aromas
Minerals that make the penchant to think.
The Cote de Leche..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 1,5 l
DESCRIPTION: Complete analysis of each game to receive grapes in
cellar. Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
This wine comes from several vineyards
Located on the Cote de Lechet.
It is aged on fine yeasts for 9/12 months.
Fine yeasts are regularly regenerated in
Circulate during the first 6 months so
Enrich the structure of the wine.
The cut of the different cuvée is done later
A tasting with the goal of obtaining
A homogeneous final cuvée. Vinification comes
Completely made in stainless steel containers
To preserve the freshness and typicality of the wine.
The extraordinarily pebbly ground and
Sunny, finds itself in this powerful and complex wine.
Increases with aging and expresses aromas
Minerals that make the penchant to think.
The Cote de Lechet..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Complete analysis of each game to receive grapes in
cellar. Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
This wine comes from several vineyards
Located on the Cote de Lechet.
It is aged on fine yeasts for 9/12 months.
Fine yeasts are regularly regenerated in
Circulate during the first 6 months so
Enrich the structure of the wine.
The cut of the different cuvée is done later
A tasting with the goal of obtaining
A homogeneous final cuvée. Vinification comes
Completely made in stainless steel containers
To preserve the freshness and typicality of the wine.
The extraordinarily pebbly ground and
Sunny, finds itself in this powerful and complex wine.
Increases with aging and expresses aromas
Minerals that make the penchant to think.
The Cote de Leche..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Full analysis of each game on grape reception
in the basement.
Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
The wine is vinified in oak barriques that have
1 to 5 passages with regular "batonnage". In this way,
Let's roll the yeast and enrich the wine without making it dominate
Woody aromas.
As with the Grand Cru Bougros and Vaudésir, the
Fourchaume winemaking is made in old cellars
At a time, located in the center of the village of Milly.
After 12 months of aging, the wine is bottled
After slight filtration.
Powerful and at the same time very delicate, this wine
It has fruity aromas and great minerality to taste.
Serve at 13 ° C for example with grilled crustaceans...
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Complete analysis of each game on the reception
Grapes in the cellar. Soft and slow pressing for
Extract the flower must. Slow alcoholic fermentation
At 20 ° C on fine yeasts. Daily Checks of
Temperature during fermentation.
The premier cru Les Lys is produced in part
From the vineyards planted by Bernard Defaix in the
sixties. Most of the Cuvée is
Vinified and aged in steel containers
Stainless steel on fine yeasts. A small part (between 5 and 10%)
Ferments in oak barrels and stays there for
aging. The two parts are cut off
After several months of aging.
The premier cru is characterized by its rich
Aroma, and fineness to taste.
Vinification and aging in barriques of
A small part of the cuvée, give their contribution
To the complexity of wine. Fruity and richness, it can be
Appreciated alone or accompanied for example,
To boiled fish etc. etc.
Serv..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Soft and slow pressing to extract the best juices. Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on the fine lees. Daily temperature checks during fermentation. The wine is vinified in oak barrels with "bâtonnage". The frequency of bâtonnage depends on the characteristics of each vintage. By moving the fine lees, it is thus possible to enrich the wine without letting the woody aromas take over. Subsequently, the wine is bottled with a light filtration after 12 months of aging. Round and powerful, this wine also shows floral aromas and a great minerality in the finish in the mouth. Great texture. To be served at around 13 ° C with poultry or fish...
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Complete analysis of each game on the reception
Grapes in the cellar.
Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature controls during
fermentation.
In this Cuvée, young and old grapes come
jumbled up. Wine is kept on fine yeasts from
8 to 12 months. Fine yeasts are regularly regenerated in
Circulate during the first 6 months to enrich the
Wine structure. Vinification is done completely
In stainless steel containers to preserve the
Freshness and typical wine.
The wine produced by the young vineyards brings freshness
And floral notes, that produced by older vineyards
Is characterized by greater structure and finesse.
The result is a balanced, elegant and harmonious wine.
To have dinner with fish or white meat.
Serve at 12 ° C...
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Complete analysis of each game on the reception
Grapes in the cellar.
Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature controls during
fermentation.
The wine is fermented and refined in oak barrels
With regular "batonnage", in an old vaulted cellar
Located in the center of our country, Milly.
The first wines of our grandfather were already vinified here.
The low temperatures of these wineries allow us to
Avoid any stabilization treatment,
In fact the precipitation of tartrate crystals occurs
Naturally during the winter.
Then the wine is bottled without filtration
After 15 months of aging.
Full, greasy and seductive, with hints of white flowers
To the nose, this wine is of extreme finesse.
Serve at 13 ° C for example with a bowl...
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: Chardonnay 100%.
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: The Defaix vineyards in the Chablis appellation extend over 12 hectares on land formed in the Upper Jurassic. Vineyards planted on hills facing west. This wine is aged in stainless steel tanks in order to respect the typicity of the denomination. Organoleptic characteristics: this Chablis is characterized by its freshness, power and tenacity.The bouquet shows a dominance of mineral notes, often associated with delicate touches of citrus fruits (lemon and grapefruit).This wine can be enjoyed within 2 years.Pairings: An excellent combination with seafood or fish...
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Grapes coming from a vineyard of 1 hectare of the denomination
Chablis of about 45 years of age and perfectly exposed to the sun.
Complete analysis of each game on the reception
Grapes in the cellar.
Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
This wine demonstrates the full character of the terroir.
25% is fermented and refined in oak barrels
With regular "batonnage" for over 10 months.
The remaining 75% is fermented and refined in
Stainless steel containers on fine yeasts for the same
period of time. It is bottled 18 months after
The vintage, with a slight filtration and without
Tartaric stabilization.
The wine is rich and has full body. In her bouquet
Very delicate you may notice hints of honeysuckle.
This wine can age for several years.
I..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: A very expressive wine that displays a magnificent range of aromas while maintaining its minerality..
MANUFACTURER: Bernard Defaix
COUNTRY: France - Burgundy
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
CONTENT: 0,75 l
DESCRIPTION: Full analysis of each game to receive grapes in the cellar.
Soft and slow pressing to extract the flower must.
Slow alcoholic fermentation at 20 ° C on fine yeasts.
Daily temperature control during fermentation.
Maturation and Aging:
Wine is kept on 8 to 12 month fine yeasts. Yeasts are regularly circulated during the first 6 months to enrich the structure of the wine. The vinification is completely made in stainless steel containers to preserve the freshness and typicality of the wine.
Tasting and tips:
The color is particularly brilliant. In the aromas, the mineral notes are dominant in association with delicate citrus aromas (lemons and grapefruit). Taste good freshness and persistence.
It should be taken within 2 or 3 years. Serve at 11 ° C...