Chablis Grand Cru - Valmur - François Raveneau 2016 Magnum
The Estate
François Raveneau is a renowned family producer located in the Chablis subregion of Burgundy. The estate has built its reputation on vibrant, mineral-driven Chardonnays made from grapes sourced from carefully selected small parcels among the appellation’s finest vineyards.
Isabelle and Maxime Raveneau, third-generation cousins, now run the estate with the support of their fathers, the recently retired brothers Bernard and Jean-Marie, who continue to be actively involved in the vineyards and cellar. Before retiring, the two brothers successfully perpetuated the traditional ancestral viticultural and winemaking techniques established by their father and founder, François Raveneau, before passing the torch to their children.
Today, the estate covers 10 hectares of vineyards spread across three Grand Cru and six Premier Cru sites. These include small parcels in Blanchot, Les Clos and Valmur, as well as Montée de Tonnerre, Les Vaillons, Les Butteaux, Le Chapelot, Montmains and La Forêt. The estate also produces a Chablis Villages and a Petit Chablis.
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Format: Magnum (150 cl) |
Country: France |
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| Region: Burgundy |
Farming: traditional agriculture |
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| Grape variety: Chardonnay |
Tasting: offers a complex nose, with aromas of lemon, almond and white flowers, along with mineral notes. The palate lives up to the promise of the nose: full-bodied, fresh and dynamic, incredibly refined and perfectly balanced; the long finish, with lemony and mineral notes, brings the tasting to a beautiful close. Absolutely dazzling! |