{"product_id":"bernard-defaix-chablis-sans-soufre-2023","title":"Bernard Defaix, Chablis Sans Soufre, 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eBernard Defaix’s Chablis Sans Soufre 2023 is a striking expression of Chablis in its purest form: unfiltered, unfined, and made without added sulphur to preserve maximum freshness and character. Sourced from select vines over 40 years old, it captures the precision and mineral drive that make Chablis such a benchmark for Chardonnay lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale and slightly hazy in the glass, this wine reflects its minimal-intervention winemaking and natural texture. The nose is expressive and open, with bright citrus, crisp orchard fruit, and a pronounced stony, chalky lift that speaks clearly of its Chablis origins.\n\nOn the palate, it is clean and vibrant, yet more layered and textured than a classic filtered Chablis, with generous fruit wrapped around a firm mineral core. Expect a fresh, saline finish and plenty of energy; while approachable now, it should also hold nicely over the next few years as the wine develops additional complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from mature Chardonnay vines over 40 years old, grown in the limestone- and marl-rich soils of Chablis, where the cool climate helps preserve acidity and purity. Bernard Defaix works with a hands-off approach in this cuvée, harvesting carefully selected fruit and then vinifying it without clarification, filtration, or sulphur addition, allowing the wine’s natural expression and terroir-driven character to remain front and center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe well chilled at 10–12°C to highlight its freshness and precision. It pairs beautifully with oysters, shellfish, sashimi, grilled white fish, goat’s cheese, and other dishes where clean flavors and a mineral edge can shine. Decanting is generally not necessary, though a short aeration can help open the wine if served very young.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBernard Defaix is a respected family producer in Chablis, with a strong reputation for crafting wines that faithfully reflect the region’s distinctive terroir. The domaine has built its name on precise, mineral-driven Chardonnay, and this low-intervention cuvée further underlines its commitment to purity, authenticity, and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bernard Defaix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255802057041,"sku":"OS-507423","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/507423_d020b5e1-cb8f-42e5-980f-41f4425746e2.png?v=1783461853","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/bernard-defaix-chablis-sans-soufre-2023","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}