Chablis Grand Cru "Blanchot" 2020 - François Raveneau

François Raveneau's Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot 2020 is the pure and refined expression of one of the most prestigious climates of Chablis. Located at the eastern end of the Grands Crus, the Blanchot terroir, marked by its unique exposure and its soils rich in Kimmeridgian marl, gives this wine an extraordinary elegance and subtlety.

Presentation of the François Raveneau estate:

Domaine François Raveneau , founded in 1948, is a true institution in Chablis. This family estate, with its 9 hectares of vines worked with absolute respect for the terroirs, is recognized as one of the greatest names in Burgundy. François Raveneau has succeeded in elevating his wines to the rank of legends thanks to meticulous vinification and careful aging in barrels. The estate's vintages, combining power and purity, are among the most sought-after in the world. Grands crus like Blanchot express all their majesty here, sublimating the marriage between tradition and excellence.

The 2020 vintage:

In 2020, the climatic conditions were ideal for producing wines of great purity and remarkable richness. The warm and bright summer favored perfect maturity of the grapes while preserving their natural freshness. This vibrant and luminous 2020 vintage reveals all the quintessence of Chardonnay with notes of white flowers, a silky texture and a minerality of surgical precision. Rare and sought-after, this Grand Cru is a true work of winemaking art.

Technical characteristics:

• Grape variety : 100% Chardonnay.
• Terroir : Kimmeridgian soils rich in marine fossils, eastern exposure promoting harmonious maturity.
• Vinification : Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, long aging in oak barrels (20% new).
• Tasting : Bright, golden color. Subtle nose mixing white flowers, ripe citrus fruits and chalky notes. On the palate, silky texture, marked minerality, and an impressively long finish.
• Condition : Perfect condition.
• Cellar potential : 20 to 30 years.

Food and wine pairings:

This Chablis Grand Cru is a wonderful accompaniment to exceptional dishes: grilled lobster, sole meunière, pan-fried foie gras, or even Bresse poultry with cream. Also ideal with mature cheeses such as comté or époisses.