Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Montmains David Bicknell where terroir and tradition guide

where terroir and tradition guide every bottle

and white nectarine driving a precise

Traditional fermentation in small open vessels

Dark chocolate and spice round out the profile

Compared to many entry‑level Languedoc whites

Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis 1er Cru Montmains David Bicknell where terroir and tradition guideThe palate is tense, mineral, and finely textured, with lemon, lime zest, and crisp white peach leading. Acidity is racy and precise, driving a strong line of chalk, crushed stone, and saline depth typical of Montmains. The midpalate is slender but more layered than the village wine, showing hints of citrus pith, white flowers, and subtle oystershell savouriness. The finish is long, dry, and deeply mineral, leaving citrus peel, chalk dust, and a cool,