Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2014
Chablis Premier Cru AOC
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From one of Chablis's oldest estates, a magnificent, 11-year-old 1er Cru. Daniel-Etienne Defaix produces great richness and structure in his wines so they age exceptionally well. This 2014 has complex spiced apple, honey and peach richness.
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Wine Details
- White - Dry
France- Mid Gold
- Chardonnay
- 9.75 Units
- 13% ABV
- 750 ml
- 31 December 2028
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Buttery, honeyed and spice notes mingle with apple; complex and long
Allergy information
Contains Sulphites
The Story Behind the Bottle
Wine Advocate wrote, "Daniel-Etienne Defaix is one of Chablis's personalities, and his wines are no less characterful." Founded by monks 800 years ago, the domaine has 28 hectares of vines on some of the appellation’s finest sites. The 14th generation to work the estate, Daniel-Etienne is meticulous in both the vineyard and the cellar, creating wines that are built to last. Vaillon has southeast-facing slopes, with morning sunshine, so the grapes ripen with ease. Malolactic fermentation and over a decade's ageing on lees in tank, with monthly bâtonnage (stirring of the lees), lend real richness, structure and weight. With the qualities of the 2014 vintage – it was a top year for precise, tight, mineral wines that have aged very well – this is certainly a Chablis to treasure. Serve cool in large glasses with fine seafood.
Wine Advocate wrote, "Daniel-Etienne Defaix is one of Chablis's personalities, and his wines are no less characterful." Founded by monks 800 years ago, the domaine has 28 hectares of vines on some of the appellation’s finest sites. The 14th generation to work the estate, Daniel-Etienne is meticulous in both the vineyard and the cellar, creating wines that are built to last. Vaillon has southeast-facing slopes, with morning sunshine, so the grapes ripen with ease. Malolactic fermentation and over a decade's ageing on lees in tank, with monthly bâtonnage (stirring of the lees), lend real richness, structure and weight. With the qualities of the 2014 vintage – it was a top year for precise, tight, mineral wines that have aged very well – this is certainly a Chablis to treasure. Serve cool in large glasses with fine seafood.
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