Petit Chablis - 2018 - Domaine Francois Raveneau - 1,5L - Magnum

A Petit Chablis of rare precision, taut and saline, bearing the signature of Domaine Raveneau even on its humblest terroirs.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: Petit Chablis AOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2018
• Certification: Sustainable viticulture, non-certified organic practices
• Terroir: Clay-limestone plateaus overlooking the Grands Crus, younger predominantly limestone soils, northeast-facing exposure
• Vinification & Ageing: Fermentation in stainless steel tanks, élevage on lees for 8 to 10 months, bottled without filtration
• Alcohol: 12.5% vol

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Light yellow with silver reflections
• Nose: Fresh citrus, oyster shell, green apple, floral hint
• Palate: Lively, crisp, bright acidity, precise texture
• Finish: Saline and clean, marked by zest and chalk

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🦞 Fine Claire oysters
• 🥩 Poultry fillet with lemon cream
• 🍣 Sea bream ceviche with fresh coriander
• 🧀 Fresh goat cheese, artisanal feta

🫗 Serving Advice

• Serving temperature: 10–11 °C
• Decanting: Not necessary
• Opening time: Immediate, or 15 to 30 minutes in the glass

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Drink now or cellar until 2026.

🏰 About the Domaine

Even on its Petit Chablis, Domaine François Raveneau applies the same rigor as on its grands crus. This 2018 magnum, with great aromatic purity, combines freshness, tension, and salinity with discreet elegance. A sincere and deeply mineral introduction to the Raveneau style.