Domaine Francois Raveneau Blanchot Premier Cru Chablis 2023

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Product Description: A singular expression of terroir and pedigree from one of Chablis’s most revered domaines, the 2023 Domaine François Raveneau Blanchot Grand Cru Chablis delivers clarity, depth and enduring finesse. Blanchot is the most easterly and one of the steepest of Chablis’s Grand Cru climats, where chalky Kimmeridgian limestone soils give rise to wines of exceptional energy and precision. In the hands of Raveneau, the 2023 vintage reveals a crystalline core of citrus and orchard fruit, framed by saline minerality and finely defined acidity. The bouquet opens with aromas of pear, orange zest and citrus blossom, layered with notes of crushed shell, subtle florals and a hint of beeswax that add complexity and texture. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied yet buoyant, with vibrant acidity carrying concentrated flavours of green apple, lemon zest and white peach through a long, mineral-driven finish. Classical winemaking practices including hand harvesting, gentle pressing and extended lees contact with minimal oak influence allow the site’s character to shine. Compelling with careful cellaring and built for long-term evolution, this Blanchot Grand Cru will reward patience over decades and pairs beautifully with fine seafood, shellfish or rich poultry dishes. Tasting Notes NOSE– Citrus, orchard and mineral intensityAromas of pear, orange zest and lemon blossom weave with crushed shell, saline undertones, white flowers and faint beeswax complexity. PALATE– Concentrated and vibrantThe palate is medium to full-bodied with focused citrus, green apple and chalky mineral layers underpinned by racy acidity and a finely textured core. FINISH– Long, saline and preciseA sustained finish marked by saline clarity, lemon zest and taut minerality that resonates with harmony and focus. Reviews & AccoladesInformed by the estate’s oldest vines planted in the 1930s, the 2023 Blanchot is medium to full-bodied, enveloping yet bright and precise, with aromas of pear, orange zest, beeswax and wheat toast. It offers crystalline focus and promise.” — Wine Advocate, 95 points, 2025 The 2023 Blanchot Grand Cru has wonderful definition and a beautifully balanced palate with a killer line of acidity. It is tensile, focused and lightly spiced with an elegant saline thread and should age for 20 to 30 years.” — Vinous, 94 points, 2025 A profound Grand Cru Chablis with refined structure, expressive fruit and a long mineral finish; poised for extended development in bottle.” — Decanter, 94 points, 2025 Finer Details:Style – White WineVarietal – ChardonnayCountry – FranceRegion – Chablis Grand Cru, BurgundyVintage – 2023Bottle Size – 750mlABV – 13%