Domaine François Raveneau Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2016

Raveneau Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre 2016 is a beautifully poised expression of one of Chablis’ most admired Premier Cru sites. From the legendary Domaine Raveneau, it captures the hallmark combination of precision, depth, and mineral tension that has made the estate a benchmark for Chardonnay in Burgundy.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a refined golden hue with impressive clarity, hinting at its early evolution in bottle. On the nose, it opens with citrus peel, ripe pear, white flowers, and a distinctive stony, saline edge, gradually revealing more layered nuances of crushed shell and subtle spice. On the palate, it is both concentrated and finely etched, balancing a supple, creamy texture with vibrant acidity and a strong mineral backbone. The finish is long, focused, and slightly bitter-citrus in tone, leaving a persistent impression of wet stone and salinity. It is drinking well now, but has the structure to age gracefully through 2028 and likely beyond.

Production
Sourced from the Premier Cru Montée de Tonnerre in Chablis, the wine comes from classic Kimmeridgian limestone soils that lend the site its signature chalky, saline minerality. Raveneau is known for meticulous vineyard work and low-intervention winemaking, allowing the character of the terroir and vintage to come through with remarkable clarity. The 2016 growing season challenged many growers, but the estate’s precision in the vineyard and cellar produced a wine of balance, restraint, and depth.

Food & Serving
This Chablis pairs beautifully with oysters, scallops, lobster, turbot, or other delicate shellfish and white fish dishes, especially those served with beurre blanc or light citrus sauces. It also works well with roast chicken, creamy risotto, and aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 10–12°C, and consider short decanting if the bottle is very youthful, though it is generally best enjoyed with minimal handling to preserve its finesse.

Producer
Domaine Raveneau is one of Chablis’ most revered producers, established in 1948 and celebrated for producing some of the region’s most precise and age-worthy wines. The family estate has built an extraordinary reputation for quality, with low yields, careful vineyard management, and a style that emphasizes terroir over overt winemaking. Today, Raveneau is considered a reference point for top Chablis, with wines that are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.

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