A true expression of Chablis' renowned terroir, the 2011 Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot combines elegance and mineral intensity. With aromas of citrus, honey, and subtle flint, it offers a rich palate of green fruits and a long, crisp finish. Crafted with traditional winemaking methods, this wine exemplifies the unique characteristics of the Blanchot vineyard, offering both immediate enjoyment and aging potential.

Decanter | D 93
Published: Oct 17, 2022
Deink: 2025-2032

Crisp acidity supports this fine Blanchot. There is plenty of character on display here from this cooler, east-facing site. Lots of spice on the palate, with attractive zesty orange marmalade notes. An elegant, refined and focussed grand cru which will age very well for up to 10 years.
Closure: Cork
Alcohol: 13.50%
Body: Medium
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay

Vivino | Vivino 4.3

Pale yellow in the color. Well restrained aromas of lemon and peer with concentrated and firm body. Honey, straw, green fruits and mineral on palate. Dry in the end with extremely long finish. What a great effort from a normal vintage, although the flavor is not special but the structure was built in a perfect shape.

Chablisdefaix.com

Tasting : An harvest during July removing green fruits gives delicates perfumes of roses. In the mouth, notes of linden honey and a good minerality gives silky and attractive structure ending licorice flavours. An exceptional wine in limited production. To be appreciated alone or with beautiful fish steamed.

Soil : Kimmeridgien Marl. 
Exposition : south-east.
Grape variety : Chardonnay
Vinification and growing:
-best of wine at pressuring
- Alcoholic fermentation with natural yeast at 18 C for 3 weeks.
- Malolactic fermentation achieved.
- Stirring of fine lees each month for 18 months in order to concentrate the aromas, give it more fatness and enzymatic qualities for a long ageing.