Jean Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Les Vaillons 2023
The Wine
90-93 Pts 'Outstanding' Allen Meadows, Burghound 'More moderate though not exactly subtle wood surround the ripe aromas of white pepper, quinine, iodine and poached pear. I very much like the texture of the intense and stony middle weight flavors that display fine length on the balanced, nicely dry and youthfully austere finale. Good stuff and worth considering.'
The Details
Variety - Chardonnay
Country - France
Region - Burgundy
Sub Region - Chablis
Extra - Screwcap
Year - 2023
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
Domaine Jean Defaix is best known for crafting some of Chablis’ most characterful Chardonnay, wines that capture the region’s hallmark purity and mineral tension. From their vineyards in the heart of Chablis, the estate produces whites that balance crisp acidity with layered flavours of green apple, citrus zest, and the distinctive flinty edge that defines the appellation. Decades of refinement have made their style a reference point in the region, consistently expressing Chablis’ cool-climate elegance with precision and finesse. Alongside their classic expressions, the domaine also explores selective oak ageing, adding subtle richness and complexity while preserving the clarity and freshness that make their wines so sought after.
