2019 Bernard Defaix Petit Chablis, Burgundy
A$44.43
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B18263 V19
Defaix’s Petit Chablis is drawn from a parcel of Kimmeridgian-based soil, unlike most Petit that generally comes from the lower-lying sites on Portlandian limestone. It’s not necessarily the type of limestone but more the location that makes the difference. Defaix’s small parcel is very well situated, high on the slopes of Milly. With juicy apple and stone fruit aromas and flavours, a pulpy texture and a vibrant, cool close, this is a wine ‘on the fruit’, as the French would say. It reflects both the depth of the vintage and the cool soils of the region. Outstanding value.
This comes from a little plot on kimmeridgian, soil above 1er cru Vaillons. There is, something of a green tint to the colour. A little bit of almond paste on the nose, then an exceptional weight of fruit, pink grapefruit with a touch of sucrosity, amazing volume of fruit for a petit chablis. I am impressed. Zestful and mouthfilling.
88 points Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy
Smoky notes of mineral reduction, citrus rind and sea breeze introduce rich and relatively full-bodied flavors that possess excellent punch that also characterizes the clean, dry and citrusy finale. This too is very good for its level.
88 points Allen Meadows Burghoun.com
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Wine Style | Certified Organic |
| Country | France |
| Region | Chablis Premier Cru |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 88 |
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