Winery Bernard Defaix - Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume'

Winery Bernard DefaixChablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume'

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Tasters generally liked this wine.
The Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' of Winery Bernard Defaix is a white wine from the region of Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' of Burgundy.
In the mouth this white wine is a powerful with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or shellfish.

Taste structure of the Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' from the Winery Bernard Defaix

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

In the mouth the Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' of Winery Bernard Defaix in the region of Burgundy is a powerful with a nice freshness.

Details and technical informations about Winery Bernard Defaix's Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume'.

Winemaker
Sylvain Defaix
Grape varieties
Region/Great wine region
Great wine region
Country
Style of wine
Alcohol
13°
Allergens
Contains sulfites

Discover the grape variety: Chardonnay

The white Chardonnay is a grape variety that originated in France (Burgundy). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. White Chardonnay can be found in many vineyards: South West, Burgundy, Jura, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Beaujolais, Savoie & Bugey, Loire Valley, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Armagnac, Lorraine, Alsace, Provence & Corsica.

Informations about the Winery Bernard Defaix

The winery offers 26 different wines.
Its wines get an average rating of 3.8.
This winery is part of the Vignerons de Nature.
It is in the top 20 of the best estates in the region
It is located in Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' in the region of Burgundy

The Winery Bernard Defaix is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 23 wines for sale in the of Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Top wine Burgundy
In the top 85000 of of France wines
In the top 1500 of of Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' wines
In the top 85000 of white wines
In the top 350000 wines of the world

The wine region of Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume'

The wine region of Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' is located in the region of Chablis Premier Cru of Burgundy of France. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine L. Chatelain or the Domaine Jean-Claude Bessin produce mainly wines white and red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume' are Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety.


The wine region of Burgundy

Bourgogne is the catch-all regional appellation title of the Burgundy wine region in eastern France ("Bourgogne" is the French name for Burgundy). Burgundy has a Complex and comprehensive appellation system; counting Premier Cru and Grand Cru titles, the region has over 700 appellation titles for its wines. Thus, Burgundy wines often come from one Vineyard (or several separate vineyards) without an appellation title specific to the region, Village or even vineyard. A standard Burgundy wine may be made from grapes grown in one or more of Burgundy's 300 communes.

News related to this wine

Chablis takes pride in its subsoil by Ivy NG

On December 10, 2020, four Hong Kong personalities discussed Chablis wines on a live webinar: Yang LU, Master Sommelier and Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador, Debra MEIBURG, Master of Wine, Ivy NG, Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador and Rebecca LEUNG, wine expert. In this two-and-a-half-minute clip, Yvy NG describes the unique subsoil that Chablis is so proud of. ...

The Chablis vineyard and the transition to sustainable practices

On December 10, 2020, four Hong Kong personalities discussed Chablis wines on a live webinar: Yang LU, Master Sommelier and Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador, Debra MEIBURG, Master of Wine, Ivy NG, Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador and Rebecca LEUNG, wine expert. In this 5-minute clip, the speakers discuss organic wines and the movement towards more environmentally friendly practices. #Chablis #PureChablis ...

Food and Chablis wines pairing, by Debra MEIBURG and Ivy NG

On December 10, 2020, four Hong Kong personalities discussed Chablis wines on a live webinar: Yang LU, Master Sommelier and Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador, Debra MEIBURG, Master of Wine, Ivy NG, Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador and Rebecca LEUNG, wine expert. In this 4-minute clip, Debra MEIBURG and Ivy NG illustrate how easily Chablis wines complement all kinds of food, all the way from cheese to caviar! #Chablis #PureChablis ...

The word of the wine: Balsamic

Aromas reminiscent of balsam, resin, incense, but also vanilla or liquorice wood.

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