Francois Raveneau Chablis Montmains 1er Cru 2020

A$1,500.00

Availability
In stock
Volume
750ml
Varieties
Region/Country
Chablis, France
Rating
94 points

Vintages

2020

Description

Slightly more opulent and robust than the Vaillons, the 2020 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains unfolds with enticing aromas of green apple, lemon oil, white flowers, and a touch of oyster shell. Displaying a medium to full-bodied profile that is both taut and racy, it captivates with a textured attack and a saline finish, embodying the charm of a delightful young wine. A wealth of vinous treasures awaited me at Domaine Raveneau, where I revisited the freshly bottled 2020s and sampled the 2019s mid-bottling from my previous visit. Harvesting beginning on August 28, 2020, Isabelle and Maxime Raveneau's choice proved wise, yielding finished alcohol levels between 12.8% to 13.5%. The 2020s, bright and incisive, have unfolded magnificently, mirroring the brilliance of the somewhat richer and more muscular 2019s. For Chablis enthusiasts, the delightful challenge lies in choosing between these exceptional vintages, promising years of enjoyable comparisons and exploration.

Ratings

Score
94 points
Reviewer
Decanter
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Review

Raveneau's Montmains lies on very different soils to Forêts (here, they are very thin with vines an average of 35 years old). Despite being a windy site, there is a little more tropicality, with hints of orange blossom and a crystalline palate. This finishes with a fine line of acidity and a pronounced, chalky, mineral finish.

Score
91 - 94 points
Reviewer
Jeb Dunnuck
Review

The age of vines, 35 years, is similar to neighbouring Forêt, but here they are at the top of the slope. A little more yellow in the colour and a little more power to the nose. Some bacon fat, not too much reduction but a fine stony tension. Excellent grip and persistence.

Score
92 - 94 points
Reviewer
Vinous
Review

The 2020 Chablis Montmains 1er Cru has a complex, beautifully defined bouquet of crushed rock, pressed white flowers and a touch of sea spray that seems to gain intensity with aeration. The palate is very well balanced with slithers of white peach and orange zest, segueing into slightly more exotic passion fruit and fresh pineapple notes toward the finish. The mineralité is never very far away. Superb.

Specifications

Closure
Cork
Serving Temp.
8-11 °C
Alcohol
13%
Cellar until
2025 - 2050
Food pairing
Chardonnay pairs well with a variety of dishes, including roasted chicken, creamy pasta, or seafood, as its versatile character complements both rich and lighter fare.

Tasting Profile

Nose
Aromas of green apple, lemon oil, white flowers and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, taut and racy, with a textural attack and a saline finish, it's a lovely young wine.
Palate
nce more, the palate dazzles with a remarkable vibrancy, showcasing succulent, rounded, and utterly delightful flavors that weave a seductive texture, revealing a notably sturdy, if not extraordinary, depth that persists through the lingering, lemony, and impeccably balanced finish.

Francois Raveneau Chablis Montmains 1er Cru 2020

Francois Raveneau Chablis Montmains 1er Cru 2020
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