{"title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"term-title\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/Screenshot_2025-03-07_at_18.14.03.png?v=1741332336\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"term-title\"\u003eDomaine Gerard Duplessis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"term-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1895, Domaine Gérard Duplessis is a family-run estate located in the heart of Chablis. Today, the domaine is managed by Lilian Duplessis, who oversees its 9 hectares of vineyards, spanning 8 appellations, including Petit Chablis, village Chablis, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2007, the vineyards have been cultivated organically, achieving certification in 2013—a notable accomplishment in Chablis’ challenging climate. The domaine now incorporates biodynamic practices, further enhancing the expression of its unique terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soils play a key role, with Kimmeridgian limestone supporting the village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru vineyards, and Portlandian limestone defining their Petit Chablis. This geological diversity ensures that each wine delivers a distinct and authentic taste of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the elegance and purity of Domaine Gérard Duplessis, where tradition, sustainability, and exceptional winemaking come together in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-2021-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Gérard Duplessis, a family-run estate established in 1895 and presently overseen by Lilian Duplessis, is situated in the heart of the Chablis region. The estate spans 8 hectares of vineyards, which are divided into approximately twenty plots, each imbued with its distinct character. Some of these vines have been in place for 75 years, requiring constant attention due to the demands of organic viticulture. The  The estate holds 1.8 hectares across four parcels, all positioned between the 1er Cru of Vaillons and Montmains, with a northwest exposition. These parcels consist of vines aged 20 years, 45 years and two plots of 60-year-old vines. Lilian emphasizes the advantage of old vines, noting that their \"experience\" helps mitigate the impact of warmer weather, rendering them less susceptible to external influences. The winemaking process involves direct pressing into tank, eschewing preferment racking or setting, wild fermentation and malolactic fermentation completed in tank. The Chablis then undergoes a total aging period of 10 to 12 months in tank before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 2021 is a masterful amalgamation sourced from three plots positioned opposite the Premier Cru Vaillons. This wine exudes a delightful combination of floral and mineral notes, offering the potential for aging over a span of two to five years. Its versatility allows it to seamlessly complement various occasions, from aperitifs to shellfish and cold buffets. It authentically encapsulates the quintessential essence of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2021 Chablis Village, taken directly from tank, has a brisk green apple, pear and light granitic bouquet that opens nicely in the glass. The palate is balanced with fine acidity, cohesive with bitter lemon notes that perk up the finish. \u003cstrong\u003e– Neal Martin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49349558075704,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_1666.heic?v=1729173737"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-1er-cru-montmains-2020-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2020 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Gérard Duplessis, a family-operated estate established in 1895 and presently overseen by Lilian Duplessis, is situated in the heart of the Chablis region. The estate encompasses 8 hectares of vineyards, divided into approximately twenty plots, each with its unique character. Some of the vines have been in place for 75 years, demanding constant attention in line with the principles of organic viticulture. The estate includes Grand Cru Les Clos, Premiers Crus Vaugiraut, Mont-de-Milieu, Fourchaume, Montée-de-Tonnerre, Montmains and Vaillons, all renowned localities cherished by Chablis enthusiasts and honored on the estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49349592318264,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_1668.heic?v=1729174290"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-1er-cru-fourchaume-2020-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume 2020 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Gérard Duplessis, a family-operated estate established in 1895 and presently overseen by Lilian Duplessis, is situated in the heart of the Chablis region. The estate encompasses 8 hectares of vineyards, divided into approximately twenty plots, each with its unique character. Some of the vines have been in place for 75 years, demanding constant attention in line with the principles of organic viticulture. The estate includes Grand Cru Les Clos, Premiers Crus Vaugiraut, Mont-de-Milieu, Fourchaume, Montée-de-Tonnerre, Montmains and Vaillons, all renowned localities cherished by Chablis enthusiasts and honored on the estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49349609390392,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_1669.heic?v=1729174665"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-premier-cru-montee-de-tonnerre-2021-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis Premier Cru Montee de Tonnerre 2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre ler Cru, which is aged in barrel, transferred into vat for blending and then back into barrel, has a cohesive and focused bouquet with orchard fruit and light orange pith scents. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, good depth and a flinty finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93pts. - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49856515014968,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_4288.heic?v=1741329154"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-2022-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 2022 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Chablis Village, from four parcels taken from vat, has a pure and perfumed bouquet with touches of white flowers and hints of apricot. The palate is well-balanced with much more substance than the Petit Chablis. It's gentle and lilting, finishing with a light tang of Seville orange. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90pts. - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49856518259000,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_4289.heic?v=1741329394"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-petit-chablis-2022-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Petit Chablis 2022 (750ml)","description":"","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49856525664568,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_4290.heic?v=1741329512"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-1er-cru-vaillons-2020-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020 (750ml)","description":"","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49856612106552,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_4292.heic?v=1741330777"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-petit-chablis-2021-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Petit Chablis 2021 (750ml)","description":"","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49856625443128,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_4293.heic?v=1741331157"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-grand-cru-les-clos-magnum-1-5l","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2022 Magnum (1.5L)","description":"","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49856660504888,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_9082.heic?v=1770942655"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-2023-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 2023 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine owns 1.8 hectares across 4 parcels, all situated between the 1er Cru of Vaillons and Montmains. Northwest exposition. 1 plot of 20-year-old vines, 1 plots of 45 years old and finally 2 x parcels 60-year-old vines.Lilian explains that when you have the benefit of old vines, their ‘experience’ helps to negate the warmer weather, they are not so easily influenced by these factors. Pressed straight into tank, no preferment racking or\u003cbr\u003esetting, wild fermentation, malo finished in tank. Chablis then see 10 to 12 months elevage total in tank before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Chablis Village, which comes from a large percentage of older vines, has a pretty nose with more mineralité than the 2024 from tank. The palate is well balanced with a slightly honeyed texture. A dash of stem ginger interlaces the finish that gently fans out. Drink this over the next four years.\" - Neal Martin - Vinous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51672679874872,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_8938.heic?v=1769656252"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-petit-chablis-2023-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Petit Chablis 2023 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine only owns less than 0.7 hect across 2 parcels. One on the top of the hill behind Vaillons. (20 year old vines) \u0026amp; the second one behind the Grand cru, more specifically Preuses on the plateau (40 years old). Pressed straight into tank, no pre ferment racking or setting, wild fermentation, malo finished in tank. Petit Chablis then see 10 to 12 months elevage total in tank before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Petit Chablis has a fresh bouquet that has a little more vigor than the 2024. The palate is wellbalanced, with good depth for a Petit Chablis and just a touch of tropical fruit (pineapple and guava) on the finish.\" - Neal Martin - Vinous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51672702222648,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_8939.heic?v=1769656779"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-1er-cru-montmains-2022-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2022 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e3 hectares. Biggest parcel of the Domaine, across 2 parcels both over 80 years old. One parcel on the border between Montmains \u0026amp; Foret and then the second one in Foret ie both straddle the line but he bottles both together as 1er Cru Montmains. Character - Very straight, weight in the mouth. Tension, more intellectual. Lilian’s favourite Cru, typicity of Chablis as he puts it. Pressed straight into tank, no pre ferment racking or setting, wild fermentation, malo finished in tank and left on lees for 6 months. Then transferred to barrel, 10% new, total elevage of 12 to 18 months vintage dependant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The 2022 Chablis Montmains 1er Cru comes from 3 hectares of vine, the largest holding in the climat. This sample was also taken from tanks after six months in used barrel. It has an open bouquet with touches of mirabelle, crushed chalk and light sea spray influence. The palate is well balanced with a slightly honeyed entry and yet this is effortlessly countered by the vein of acidity. Lovely \"bite\" on the finish, there is a sense of completeness that makes this the pick of the Domaine's cuvées in 2022.\" -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93-95 pts - Neal Martin - Vinous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pale colour. There is something a little vegetal on the nose, which could come from the barrels. Excellent intensity here, a strong white fruit backbone with a touch of reduction, a faint lime juice. Plenty going on, a wine still in its infancy. Drink from 2027-2034. Tasted Jul 2023.\" -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e91-93 pts - Inside Burgundy\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51672705630520,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_8940.heic?v=1769657247"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-grand-cru-les-clos-2022-750ml","title":"Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2022 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuplessis own a precious 0.30 hectares in Le Clos 1% of the Grand Cru. Situated in the middle of the Cru, South Exposition. 55 year old vines. Duplessis ferments in the same manner as the 1er Crus but of course due to the terroir offers a richer, more dense style of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru has a bright and lively bouquet, quite effervescent with candied orange peel, lemon zest, crushed stone and linden flowers. A lot of energy here. The palate is very well balanced with a touch of wild honey on the entry. This seems to have cohered a little more since last year, lightly spiced with a touch of white pepper on the aftertaste. Wonderful.\" -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92-94 pts - Neal Martin - Vinous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glowing translucent pale green. The bouquet has impressive intensity, with the faintest dusting of coconut. This is from barrel. A very concentration intense white apple fruit, with more wood behind. This is still too young to give a real sense of where it will get to, but clearly there is fine potential. Drink from 2030. Tasted Jul 2023.\" -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93-95 pts - Inside Burgundy\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51672707072312,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/0011\/2440\/files\/IMG_8941.heic?v=1769657570"}],"url":"https:\/\/estatecellars.com.au\/collections\/domaine-gerard-duplessis.oembed","provider":"Estate Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}