Raveneau
Francois Raveneau, an elusive but stoic vigneron, founded the domaine in 1948. It is now run by Bernard and Jean-Marie, two brothers. They have miniscule yields of hand harvested Chardonnay in many of Chablis finest sites. Each of their holdings is no larger than a suburban house. This Burgundy has a cult following.
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Decanter (95)
TOP QUALITY PRODUCER As expected with Montée de Tonnerre, there are great reserves of power and energy here. Concentrated, fine and with great purity, oak adds subtle extra dimensions in the background. Lovely acidity and a touch of spice to finish. Great class. Raveneau's Montée de Tonnerre is over 3ha in area, accounting for around 1/3 of the estates holdings. Around 1.8ha are located on the mid-slopes of Chapelot. with 1.2ha at higher altitude in Pied d'Aloup which adds additional freshness and vivacity.Inc. VAT£2,760.04 -
(1x75cl) 2000Vinous (90)
Quite closed on the nose; hints at peach and nectarine. Then broad and creamy in the mouth, with strong mineral notes of wet stone and petrol and a minty nuance. Builds nicely toward the dusty, broad back end. Showing well now.Inc. VAT£551.33 -
(1x75cl) 2003Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)
Pure but reticent aromas of lime blossom, quinine and mint; very Chablis . Penetrating, juicy flavors of lime, grapefruit, white flowers and mint. Finishes long and firm, with excellent cut, but this taut, thoroughly ripe wine is not at all hard.Inc. VAT£467.33 -
(1x75cl) 2005Jancis Robinson (18)
Very different from the Montée de Tonnerre. Fresh, dusty citrus. Delicate and lightly citrussy. Then savoury, dry and intensely fresh on the palate. Fine-lined but not in the least lean. Sinewy length and power. Bright and mouthwatering.Inc. VAT£537.59 -
(1x75cl) 2006Vinous (91)
Bright yellow. Reticent but very ripe aromas of peach, minerals and honey. Sweet, broad and ripe, but with lovely harmonious acidity framing the orange and honey flavors and imbuing the wine with freshness. Finishes saline, rich and quite long, with noteworthy mineral grip. This is awfully attractive right now.Inc. VAT£517.73 -
(1x75cl) 2007Vinous (91-93)
Pale, green-tinged color. Precise but tight nose hints at citrus peel and minerals. Dense, chewy and tactile, with a captivating sweetness for the year. The ripe citrus, floral and powdered stone flavors are given definition by lemony acidity. Finishes persistent and pure. This site is protected from wind and is always picked early, notes Bernard Raveneau.Inc. VAT£687.59 -
(1x75cl) 2008Inc. VAT£614.39 -
(1x75cl) 2009Wine Advocate (94)
The 2009 Chablis Vaillons is all about delineation, focus and transparency. It is a compelling, marvelously subtle wine in every way. In particular, the Vaillons successfully reconciles the generosity of the year with the minerality that is typical of this site. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029.Inc. VAT£614.93 -
(1x75cl) 2011Vinous (92)
The Chablis Vaillons is quite striking in 2011. Subtle, elegant and beautifully perfumed, the 2011 shows a level of delineation and inner fragrance that is uncommon in this vintage. This feminine, gracious Chablis is drop-dead gorgeous today. Floral notes reappear on the finish, adding further lift, energy and focus.Inc. VAT£464.39 -
(1x75cl) 2013Wine Advocate (92)
The 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons does not quite deliver the same intensity as the Montmains at the moment, although it is still well defined with more of a sea spray influence coming through. The palate is fresh and crisp on the entry, just a suggestion of dried honey on the front palate, before it gently fans out on a walnut/smoky finish that is cut from the same cloth as the Montmains '13, albeit with an extra pinch of spice. This is excellent.Inc. VAT£473.33 -
(1x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (94)
The 2015 Chablis 1Er Cru Vaillons was difficult to pin down last year from barrel when it trailed behind the other premier crus. Of course, it was just playing a trick on this writer because it has blossomed into one fabulous Vaillons. It is blessed with a pretty, wet limestone-scented bouquet, very open and transparent with a touch of spice developing with aeration. The palate skips along, fresh and tensile with a keen thread of acidity. I love the tension here that enlivens this Chablis from start to finish and lends the finish real energy and persistence. What a great Vaillons this is turning out to be and a bit of a revelation after its showing from barrel.Inc. VAT£477.59 -
(6x75cl) 2015Wine Advocate (94)
The 2015 Chablis 1Er Cru Vaillons was difficult to pin down last year from barrel when it trailed behind the other premier crus. Of course, it was just playing a trick on this writer because it has blossomed into one fabulous Vaillons. It is blessed with a pretty, wet limestone-scented bouquet, very open and transparent with a touch of spice developing with aeration. The palate skips along, fresh and tensile with a keen thread of acidity. I love the tension here that enlivens this Chablis from start to finish and lends the finish real energy and persistence. What a great Vaillons this is turning out to be and a bit of a revelation after its showing from barrel.Inc. VAT£4,588.84 -
(1x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is showing particularly well from bottle, exhibiting aromas of lemon oil, white flowers, green apples and a light framing of reduction. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, glossy and textural, with excellent concentration, chewy structure and a long, intense finish. It's one 2016 that can go head to head with its 2017 counterpart.Inc. VAT£472.79 -
(4x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is showing particularly well from bottle, exhibiting aromas of lemon oil, white flowers, green apples and a light framing of reduction. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, glossy and textural, with excellent concentration, chewy structure and a long, intense finish. It's one 2016 that can go head to head with its 2017 counterpart.Inc. VAT£1,846.73 -
(1x75cl) 2017Vinous (95)
The 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is an exceptionally beautiful wine endowed with tremendous length and pure power. Lemon confit, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that build in the glass. Textured and resonant through to the finish, with captivating beauty and tons of sheer allure, the Vaillons is so gorgeous. Frankly, it is hard to move on from it in this tasting.Inc. VAT£448.79 -
(4x75cl) 2017Vinous (95)
The 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is an exceptionally beautiful wine endowed with tremendous length and pure power. Lemon confit, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that build in the glass. Textured and resonant through to the finish, with captivating beauty and tons of sheer allure, the Vaillons is so gorgeous. Frankly, it is hard to move on from it in this tasting.Inc. VAT£1,754.33 -
Vinous (95)
The 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is an exceptionally beautiful wine endowed with tremendous length and pure power. Lemon confit, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that build in the glass. Textured and resonant through to the finish, with captivating beauty and tons of sheer allure, the Vaillons is so gorgeous. Frankly, it is hard to move on from it in this tasting.Inc. VAT£2,401.20 -
(4x75cl) 2018Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru offers striking precision in its combination of density, richness and energy. Absolutely nothing stands out in a wine that truly dazzles from the very first taste. Citrus, slate, white pepper, mint and crushed rocks all race out of the glass as the aromatics come alive with a bit of air. The Vaillons is one of the more complete wines among the 1er Crus in this range.Inc. VAT£2,028.35 -
(1x75cl) 2019Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)
The 2019 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a beautiful nose of yellow plums, honeysuckle and touches of menthol, conveying the sensuality one often finds in this cru. The palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity, taut and fresh, with impressive concentration that lends persistence on the finish. You can feel this in the mouth 45 seconds after the wine has departed.Inc. VAT£602.39 -
(1x75cl) 2020Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
(5-Star Wine) Pale colour with the lightest of lime tints. The bouquet is making me smile. Lemon scents on the palate and little white fruits and little white stones, with the citrus returning at the finish. Sensational persistence, just a joy all the way through. What is not to love? Tasted: June 2021Inc. VAT£589.19 -
(2x75cl) 2020Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
(5-Star Wine) Pale colour with the lightest of lime tints. The bouquet is making me smile. Lemon scents on the palate and little white fruits and little white stones, with the citrus returning at the finish. Sensational persistence, just a joy all the way through. What is not to love? Tasted: June 2021Inc. VAT£896.36 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
(5-Star Wine) Pale colour with the lightest of lime tints. The bouquet is making me smile. Lemon scents on the palate and little white fruits and little white stones, with the citrus returning at the finish. Sensational persistence, just a joy all the way through. What is not to love? Tasted: June 2021Inc. VAT£2,625.60 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet with very light chamomile notes emerging, usurped by struck flint and petrichor scents that eventually dominate. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, perhaps a little more straightforward than the Fôret, quite linear in style with a precise finish. This will require two or three years in bottle.Inc. VAT£397.19 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet with very light chamomile notes emerging, usurped by struck flint and petrichor scents that eventually dominate. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, perhaps a little more straightforward than the Fôret, quite linear in style with a precise finish. This will require two or three years in bottle.Inc. VAT£2,934.29 -
(6x75cl) 2008Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)
(in barrel) Sexy aromas of ginger and quinine. Juicy, dense and sweet; already conveying a strong personality. This unusually rich and concentrated village wine offers flavors of pineapple, lemon, stone, ginger and spearmint. The tactile, chewy finish is lifted by a note of spearmint. Almost too rich for village wine, notes Bernard Raveneau.Inc. VAT£1,922.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)
(from the last vines picked in 2011): Bright, pale yellow-green. Musky grapefruit, lemon and minerals on the nose. Sweet, intensely flavored and precise, in a distinctly fruity style. Finishes with good length and a light touch. Will make an excellent village wine.Inc. VAT£1,922.00 -
(1x75cl) 2014Vinous (91)
An austere whiff of lemon on the nose. Then dense, rich and deep for village wine, offering an enticing hint of sweetness and outstanding balance to its flavors of lemon oil, lime zest, white pepper and crushed stone. Finishes tactile, savory and very long. Even better than a sample I tasted a year ago shortly after the bottling.Inc. VAT£478.91 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous (91)
The 2019 Chablis-Villages is well defined and pure on the nose, offering scents of dried honey, dandelion and a little quince jus, all pretty and growing in stature with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a waxy-textured opening. There’s good depth for a Village Cru, and a slightly pithy, peach skin finish. Excellent.Inc. VAT£363.59 -
Vinous (91)
The 2019 Chablis-Villages is well defined and pure on the nose, offering scents of dried honey, dandelion and a little quince jus, all pretty and growing in stature with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a waxy-textured opening. There’s good depth for a Village Cru, and a slightly pithy, peach skin finish. Excellent.Inc. VAT£1,641.49 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92)
(5-Star Wine) Pale to mid lemon, a little oak, noticeable power but not heat. There is quite a wealth of fruit here and it kicks on to another dimension as if it were 1er cru. Exceptional persistence. Full and ethereal. Cannot imagine better Drink from 2024-2028.Inc. VAT£1,648.84
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Decanter (95)
TOP QUALITY PRODUCER As expected with Montée de Tonnerre, there are great reserves of power and energy here. Concentrated, fine and with great purity, oak adds subtle extra dimensions in the background. Lovely acidity and a touch of spice to finish. Great class. Raveneau's Montée de Tonnerre is over 3ha in area, accounting for around 1/3 of the estates holdings. Around 1.8ha are located on the mid-slopes of Chapelot. with 1.2ha at higher altitude in Pied d'Aloup which adds additional freshness and vivacity.In Bond£2,284.00 -
(1x75cl) 2000
Vinous (90)
Quite closed on the nose; hints at peach and nectarine. Then broad and creamy in the mouth, with strong mineral notes of wet stone and petrol and a minty nuance. Builds nicely toward the dusty, broad back end. Showing well now.In Bond£456.00 -
(1x75cl) 2003
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)
Pure but reticent aromas of lime blossom, quinine and mint; very Chablis . Penetrating, juicy flavors of lime, grapefruit, white flowers and mint. Finishes long and firm, with excellent cut, but this taut, thoroughly ripe wine is not at all hard.In Bond£386.00 -
(1x75cl) 2005
Jancis Robinson (18)
Very different from the Montée de Tonnerre. Fresh, dusty citrus. Delicate and lightly citrussy. Then savoury, dry and intensely fresh on the palate. Fine-lined but not in the least lean. Sinewy length and power. Bright and mouthwatering.In Bond£445.00 -
(1x75cl) 2006
Vinous (91)
Bright yellow. Reticent but very ripe aromas of peach, minerals and honey. Sweet, broad and ripe, but with lovely harmonious acidity framing the orange and honey flavors and imbuing the wine with freshness. Finishes saline, rich and quite long, with noteworthy mineral grip. This is awfully attractive right now.In Bond£428.00 -
(1x75cl) 2007
Vinous (91-93)
Pale, green-tinged color. Precise but tight nose hints at citrus peel and minerals. Dense, chewy and tactile, with a captivating sweetness for the year. The ripe citrus, floral and powdered stone flavors are given definition by lemony acidity. Finishes persistent and pure. This site is protected from wind and is always picked early, notes Bernard Raveneau.In Bond£570.00 -
(1x75cl) 2008In Bond£509.00
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(1x75cl) 2009
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2009 Chablis Vaillons is all about delineation, focus and transparency. It is a compelling, marvelously subtle wine in every way. In particular, the Vaillons successfully reconciles the generosity of the year with the minerality that is typical of this site. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029.In Bond£509.00 -
(1x75cl) 2011
Vinous (92)
The Chablis Vaillons is quite striking in 2011. Subtle, elegant and beautifully perfumed, the 2011 shows a level of delineation and inner fragrance that is uncommon in this vintage. This feminine, gracious Chablis is drop-dead gorgeous today. Floral notes reappear on the finish, adding further lift, energy and focus.In Bond£384.00 -
(1x75cl) 2013
Wine Advocate (92)
The 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons does not quite deliver the same intensity as the Montmains at the moment, although it is still well defined with more of a sea spray influence coming through. The palate is fresh and crisp on the entry, just a suggestion of dried honey on the front palate, before it gently fans out on a walnut/smoky finish that is cut from the same cloth as the Montmains '13, albeit with an extra pinch of spice. This is excellent.In Bond£391.00 -
(1x75cl) 2015
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2015 Chablis 1Er Cru Vaillons was difficult to pin down last year from barrel when it trailed behind the other premier crus. Of course, it was just playing a trick on this writer because it has blossomed into one fabulous Vaillons. It is blessed with a pretty, wet limestone-scented bouquet, very open and transparent with a touch of spice developing with aeration. The palate skips along, fresh and tensile with a keen thread of acidity. I love the tension here that enlivens this Chablis from start to finish and lends the finish real energy and persistence. What a great Vaillons this is turning out to be and a bit of a revelation after its showing from barrel.In Bond£395.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2015 Chablis 1Er Cru Vaillons was difficult to pin down last year from barrel when it trailed behind the other premier crus. Of course, it was just playing a trick on this writer because it has blossomed into one fabulous Vaillons. It is blessed with a pretty, wet limestone-scented bouquet, very open and transparent with a touch of spice developing with aeration. The palate skips along, fresh and tensile with a keen thread of acidity. I love the tension here that enlivens this Chablis from start to finish and lends the finish real energy and persistence. What a great Vaillons this is turning out to be and a bit of a revelation after its showing from barrel.In Bond£3,808.00 -
(1x75cl) 2016
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is showing particularly well from bottle, exhibiting aromas of lemon oil, white flowers, green apples and a light framing of reduction. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, glossy and textural, with excellent concentration, chewy structure and a long, intense finish. It's one 2016 that can go head to head with its 2017 counterpart.In Bond£391.00 -
(4x75cl) 2016
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is showing particularly well from bottle, exhibiting aromas of lemon oil, white flowers, green apples and a light framing of reduction. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, glossy and textural, with excellent concentration, chewy structure and a long, intense finish. It's one 2016 that can go head to head with its 2017 counterpart.In Bond£1,527.00 -
(1x75cl) 2017
Vinous (95)
The 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is an exceptionally beautiful wine endowed with tremendous length and pure power. Lemon confit, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that build in the glass. Textured and resonant through to the finish, with captivating beauty and tons of sheer allure, the Vaillons is so gorgeous. Frankly, it is hard to move on from it in this tasting.In Bond£371.00 -
(4x75cl) 2017
Vinous (95)
The 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is an exceptionally beautiful wine endowed with tremendous length and pure power. Lemon confit, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that build in the glass. Textured and resonant through to the finish, with captivating beauty and tons of sheer allure, the Vaillons is so gorgeous. Frankly, it is hard to move on from it in this tasting.In Bond£1,450.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is an exceptionally beautiful wine endowed with tremendous length and pure power. Lemon confit, dried flowers and mint are some of the many notes that build in the glass. Textured and resonant through to the finish, with captivating beauty and tons of sheer allure, the Vaillons is so gorgeous. Frankly, it is hard to move on from it in this tasting.Inc. VAT£2,401.20 -
(4x75cl) 2018
Vinous (93-95)
The 2018 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru offers striking precision in its combination of density, richness and energy. Absolutely nothing stands out in a wine that truly dazzles from the very first taste. Citrus, slate, white pepper, mint and crushed rocks all race out of the glass as the aromatics come alive with a bit of air. The Vaillons is one of the more complete wines among the 1er Crus in this range.In Bond£1,678.35 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)
The 2019 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a beautiful nose of yellow plums, honeysuckle and touches of menthol, conveying the sensuality one often finds in this cru. The palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity, taut and fresh, with impressive concentration that lends persistence on the finish. You can feel this in the mouth 45 seconds after the wine has departed.In Bond£499.00 -
(1x75cl) 2020
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
(5-Star Wine) Pale colour with the lightest of lime tints. The bouquet is making me smile. Lemon scents on the palate and little white fruits and little white stones, with the citrus returning at the finish. Sensational persistence, just a joy all the way through. What is not to love? Tasted: June 2021In Bond£488.00 -
(2x75cl) 2020
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
(5-Star Wine) Pale colour with the lightest of lime tints. The bouquet is making me smile. Lemon scents on the palate and little white fruits and little white stones, with the citrus returning at the finish. Sensational persistence, just a joy all the way through. What is not to love? Tasted: June 2021In Bond£741.00 -
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92-95)
(5-Star Wine) Pale colour with the lightest of lime tints. The bouquet is making me smile. Lemon scents on the palate and little white fruits and little white stones, with the citrus returning at the finish. Sensational persistence, just a joy all the way through. What is not to love? Tasted: June 2021Inc. VAT£2,625.60 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet with very light chamomile notes emerging, usurped by struck flint and petrichor scents that eventually dominate. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, perhaps a little more straightforward than the Fôret, quite linear in style with a precise finish. This will require two or three years in bottle.Inc. VAT£393.60 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2021 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet with very light chamomile notes emerging, usurped by struck flint and petrichor scents that eventually dominate. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, perhaps a little more straightforward than the Fôret, quite linear in style with a precise finish. This will require two or three years in bottle.Inc. VAT£2,911.20 -
(6x75cl) 2008
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)
(in barrel) Sexy aromas of ginger and quinine. Juicy, dense and sweet; already conveying a strong personality. This unusually rich and concentrated village wine offers flavors of pineapple, lemon, stone, ginger and spearmint. The tactile, chewy finish is lifted by a note of spearmint. Almost too rich for village wine, notes Bernard Raveneau.In Bond£1,581.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)
(from the last vines picked in 2011): Bright, pale yellow-green. Musky grapefruit, lemon and minerals on the nose. Sweet, intensely flavored and precise, in a distinctly fruity style. Finishes with good length and a light touch. Will make an excellent village wine.In Bond£1,581.00 -
(1x75cl) 2014
Vinous (91)
An austere whiff of lemon on the nose. Then dense, rich and deep for village wine, offering an enticing hint of sweetness and outstanding balance to its flavors of lemon oil, lime zest, white pepper and crushed stone. Finishes tactile, savory and very long. Even better than a sample I tasted a year ago shortly after the bottling.In Bond£395.88 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Vinous (91)
The 2019 Chablis-Villages is well defined and pure on the nose, offering scents of dried honey, dandelion and a little quince jus, all pretty and growing in stature with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a waxy-textured opening. There’s good depth for a Village Cru, and a slightly pithy, peach skin finish. Excellent.In Bond£300.00 -
Vinous (91)
The 2019 Chablis-Villages is well defined and pure on the nose, offering scents of dried honey, dandelion and a little quince jus, all pretty and growing in stature with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a waxy-textured opening. There’s good depth for a Village Cru, and a slightly pithy, peach skin finish. Excellent.In Bond£1,350.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (92)
(5-Star Wine) Pale to mid lemon, a little oak, noticeable power but not heat. There is quite a wealth of fruit here and it kicks on to another dimension as if it were 1er cru. Exceptional persistence. Full and ethereal. Cannot imagine better Drink from 2024-2028.In Bond£1,358.00
