The 2023 Domaine Jaeger-Defaix Rully Blanc is a beautifully refined and mineral-driven Chardonnay from the Côte Chalonnaise, crafted by the Defaix family in partnership with Hélène Jaeger-Defaix. Produced from limestone-rich vineyards around Rully, the wine reflects a restrained Burgundian style that favours freshness, purity and terroir expression over overt oak influence. The nose reveals lemon zest, white peach and ripe pear layered alongside white flowers, wet stone and delicate hazelnut notes, giving the wine impressive lift and finesse.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, silky texture and a finely detailed mineral core. Layers of citrus, orchard fruit and gentle lees complexity are balanced by saline freshness and chalky tension, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent precision and balance. Careful élevage in older oak barrels contributes subtle texture and depth while preserving the wine’s crystalline freshness and vineyard transparency.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Domaine Jaeger-Defaix Rully Blanc is a superb Côte Chalonnaise Chardonnay — fresh, mineral and beautifully composed with excellent finesse and drinkability. Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy risotto, soft cheeses or lighter poultry dishes. Enjoy now through 2033+.
