2023 Domaine François Raveneau Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre"

Montée de Tonnerre is widely considered the finest of all Chablis Premier Crus, situated on the same hill as the Grand Crus and separated only by a narrow ravine. In the hands of the Raveneau family, this wine often rivals—and occasionally surpasses—the Grand Crus of other estates.

The Montée de Tonnerre climat is the crown jewel of Raveneau’s Premier Cru holdings. Its western exposure and Kimmeridgian limestone soils produce a wine of immense power, structure, and saline complexity. The 2023 vintage in Chablis delivered a generous crop with excellent ripeness, but the inherent "steely" pedigree of this site ensures the wine maintains its legendary laser-like focus.

The Highlights

• Vintage: 2023

• Region/Appellation: Chablis 1er Cru (Montée de Tonnerre), Burgundy, France

• Producer: Domaine François Raveneau

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay

• Style: Powerful, architectural, and profoundly mineral White Burgundy.

• Tasting Profile: A concentrated nose of lemon curd, white peach, and orange blossom, layered with the estate's signature notes of wet stones, beeswax, and "oyster shell" salinity. The palate is dense and structured, featuring a high-pitched acidity and a massive, mineral-driven finish that lingers for minutes.

• Perfect for (Food Pairing): * Premium Shellfish: Grilled lobster with salted butter, seared scallops, or freshly shucked premium oysters.

  • Fine Fish: Poached turbot or Dover sole served with a delicate citrus-infused beurre blanc.

  • Rich Poultry: Bresse chicken with morels or roasted veal sweetbreads.

  • Cheese: Mature, nutty cheeses like a 30-month aged Comté or a rich, creamy Brillat-Savarin.