{"product_id":"domaine-francois-raveneau-chablis-2023-750ml","title":"Domaine Francois Raveneau Chablis 2023 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"An exceptional Chablis from one of Burgundy's finest producers, with pure citrus, flinty minerality and remarkable depth.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine François Raveneau Chablis 2023 is a very special bottle from one of the most sought after names in white Burgundy. Although this is the domaine's village level Chablis, there's nothing ordinary about it. Raveneau has a remarkable ability to produce Chardonnay with wonderful depth, precision and character, and the 2023 vintage is no exception.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect fresh lemon, grapefruit and crisp orchard fruit, with subtle toasted notes and that distinctive stony, mineral character that makes great Chablis so appealing. There's lovely texture through the palate, balanced by fresh acidity and a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're a serious Chardonnay lover or have been wanting to experience Raveneau without stepping up to the Premier Cru or Grand Cru wines, this is a wonderful opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage received an impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 points from Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, highlighting the quality of this release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh lemon zest, grapefruit, green apple and white flowers, with hints of oyster shell, flint and lightly toasted bread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beautifully balanced citrus and orchard fruit with a generous yet refined texture. Vibrant acidity brings freshness, while chalky minerality and subtle savoury notes add complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long, precise and refreshing, with lingering citrus, gentle toasted notes and a distinctive saline mineral character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wine like this deserves a good meal, although sometimes keeping things simple is best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh oysters, grilled scallops, lobster or delicate white fish with lemon butter would be excellent choices. It also works beautifully with roast chicken, seafood risotto or a plate of aged Comté.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're opening a bottle young, give it a little time in the glass. There's plenty of character here that will reveal itself gradually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine François Raveneau is one of the most celebrated family owned estates in Chablis, northern Burgundy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1948 by François Raveneau and his wife Andrée Dauvissat, the domaine developed an extraordinary reputation for producing Chardonnay with exceptional purity, concentration and longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate remains in family hands and is particularly famous for its outstanding Premier Cru and Grand Cru wines, including Montée de Tonnerre, Les Clos and Valmur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Raveneau so special is the remarkable consistency across its range. Even the village Chablis receives the same careful attention that has made the domaine one of Burgundy's most respected names.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Chablis comes from two vineyard parcels located near the celebrated Montmains and Forêts Premier Cru sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChablis is famous for its limestone rich soils and cool climate, producing Chardonnay with distinctive citrus flavours, natural acidity and mineral complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage brings generous fruit and texture while retaining the precision and freshness that define the Raveneau style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine François Raveneau Chablis 2023 has excellent potential to develop with further bottle age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's already appealing for its vibrant citrus, fresh acidity and mineral character, but there's enough concentration and structure to reward patience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA drinking window of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e2027 to 2037\u003cspan\u003e is a useful guide for those looking to cellar, with careful storage allowing more complex toasted, nutty and savoury characters to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaveneau is one of the most highly regarded and difficult to secure names in Chablis. Production is limited, allocations are tightly controlled and demand from Burgundy enthusiasts remains exceptionally strong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the domaine's Premier Cru and Grand Cru wines attract much of the attention, its village Chablis is particularly prized for offering a genuine expression of the Raveneau style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage has received excellent critical recognition;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 to 92 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Robert Parker Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vinous, Neal Martin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor collectors and lovers of premium French Chardonnay, this is a highly desirable bottle with excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Domaine François Raveneau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chablis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chablis, Burgundy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chablis AOC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium Bodied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Sweetness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Premium, Mineral \u0026amp; Elegant White Burgundy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 93 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Advocate Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 90 to 92 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 90 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited Production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkhill Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Pack Size 1","offer_id":51546949714137,"sku":null,"price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8015\/9961\/files\/Domaine_Francois_Raveneau_Chablis_2023_750ml.png?v=1794720467","url":"https:\/\/parkhillcellars.com.au\/products\/domaine-francois-raveneau-chablis-2023-750ml","provider":"Parkhill Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}