{"title":"François Raveneau","description":"\u003cp\u003eIl domaine nasce a Chablis alla fine degli anni Quaranta, quando François Raveneau riunisce parcelle provenienti da due famiglie storiche della denominazione. La conduzione è passata ai figli Bernard e Jean-Marie, e la superficie complessiva resta intorno ai nove ettari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa proprietà comprende parcelle nei grand cru Les Clos, Valmur e Blanchot, e in una serie di premier cru tra cui Montée de Tonnerre, Montmains, Butteaux, Forêts e Vaillons. I suoli sono le marne kimmeridgiane che definiscono la denominazione, con la loro caratteristica presenza di fossili marini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL'impostazione della cantina è deliberatamente conservativa. L'affinamento avviene in botti usate, comprese le feuillette da centotrentadue litri tradizionali di Chablis, senza ricorso a legno nuovo. L'obiettivo dichiarato non è aggiungere carattere al vino ma consentire un'ossigenazione lenta durante la maturazione.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI vini che ne risultano sono tesi e poco espansivi in gioventù, e si aprono su archi temporali lunghi: i grand cru della casa vengono comunemente considerati tra i bianchi di Borgogna con la maggiore capacità di invecchiamento.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe bottiglie di questa selezione sono conservate in condizioni controllate, con provenienza tracciata.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"francois-raveneau-chablis-2018-075","title":"Francois Raveneau Chablis 2018 AOC 0.75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eFrancois Raveneau Chablis 2018 AOC 0.75l is a wine that offers a clear window onto the terroir of Chablis, in the heart of Burgundy, where chalky minerality and a crisp freshness define the character of a bottle that invites patient exploration of the winemaking landscape. Produced by Domaine François Raveneau, a historic winery in the region that has made the expressive purity of the terroir the hallmark of its work, this 2018 Chablis embodies a company identity founded on tradition, meticulous control of the plots, and the choice of essential winemaking practices. The producer's history is marked by a commitment to quality that prioritizes the integrity of the fruit and careful management of ripening. Its strong presence in the Chablis wine scene has helped define a recognizable style: wines that respect their provenance, without seeking gimmicks or artifice, but instead offer luminosity, clarity, and harmony. The production philosophy is expressed through minimal intervention, fermentation using native yeasts, and aging in neutral containers, allowing for the fruit, freshness, and minerality typical of the finest vintages. Among the distinctive features of this bottle are its lean structure, precise fruit, and a savory character that develops throughout the palate, accompanied by notes of citrus, green apple, and a subtle hint of saltiness, reminiscent of the rocks of Chablis and the coastal climate. Although part of the producer's core range, this wine serves as both an entry point and a confirmation: it is the benchmark that anticipates the complexity of the cru versions, while also offering access to a philosophy that prioritizes ethics, terroir, and method. Finally, the Francois Raveneau Chablis 2018 AOC 0.75l stands as an authoritative example of purity and style, capable of accompanying moments of thoughtful tasting and sustaining development over time, fully in keeping with the STELT positioning.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francois Raveneau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778868588869,"sku":"FRARAV-CHA-BOU-18-075","price":329.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/francois-raveneau-chablis-2018-075.jpg?v=1785236340"},{"product_id":"francois-raveneau-chablis-premier-cru-foret-2020-075","title":"Francois Raveneau Chablis Premier Cru Foret 2020 AOC 0.75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eFrancois Raveneau Chablis Premier Cru Foret 2020 AOC 0.75l is a white wine made in Foret, one of the most iconic Premier Cru vineyards in Chablis. It delivers a luminous, minerally, and highly defined character to the glass, offering the sensation of a wine that retains its freshness even beyond the initial olfactory impact. In a winemaking context where precision of terroir is a central virtue, this Foret 2020 is the result of meticulous vineyard management, a selective harvest, and a winemaking process that prioritizes the purity of the fruit, balanced acidity, and clean aromas. The story of the producer, François Raveneau, is that of a family-run winery that has built a reputation over time based on consistency between place and wine, a discreet presence in international markets, and a work philosophy that prioritizes quality without ostentation. The company's identity is expressed in a sober, almost ascetic language, where every gesture in the vineyard and cellar seems guided by the desire to entrust the wine with the memory of the soil and the season. The production philosophy is based on meticulous care of the vineyard, a vinification that respects natural rhythms, and an aging process that, without excess, allows the wine's character to evolve slowly, preserving the minerality typical of Chablis. Compared to other producers in the region, Foret stands out for its texture on the palate, displaying elegant density and a savory character that seems to emerge gracefully, never overpowering, supported by the calcareous marl soil and the saline elements that define Foret's profile. On the nose, notes of lemon zest, white flowers, and green apple emerge, accompanied by nuances of chalk and flint that add depth; on the palate, it is fresh and vibrant, with a silky texture that supports a long finish and a clean finish, ideal for refined pairings with fish, shellfish, and soft cheeses without ever tiring. Within the producer's range, Foret occupies a prominent position: it is the wine that best embodies Raveneau's stylistic signature, an authoritative testimony to the potential for maturity and longevity of Chablis Premier Cru. The wine is designed for those seeking a contemporary interpretation of the Chablis terroir that is deeply rooted in centuries-old roots, capable of evolving with age and retaining its freshness over time. 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François Raveneau represents one of the most respected winemaking traditions in the region: a family-run winery that has forged its identity through discreet dedication, meticulous vineyard management, and artisanal cellar management, prioritizing a reading of the soil that remains faithful to the character of the wine. The production philosophy here centers on a balance between rigorous control and respect for the raw material: manual harvesting, low yields, fermentation in stainless steel tanks, and aging on the lees that enhances the Chardonnay's texture without resorting to invasive interventions. Mont Mains, in this interpretation, stands out for its discreet density and unobtrusive aromatic concentration, remaining light on alcohol and endowing a savory texture capable of pairing both simple and refined dishes. The wine surprises with its immediate aromatic brilliance: notes of lemon zest, green pear, and a hint of grapefruit blend with hints of chalk, fine sand, and saline minerality, evoking the summer heat of windswept stone, without losing its precise acidity. On the palate, a savory character unfolds, supporting an elegant minerality, with a long finish and a cool finish that invites the next glass. Within the Raveneau range, Mont Mains occupies a central position as the embodiment of the Montmains Expression, offering a consistent interpretation with the house's other labels yet standing out for its structural agility and ability to evolve in the glass over the years, making it an easy pairing with contemporary cuisine and mature cheeses. Ultimately, this bottle embodies a working philosophy that prioritizes the transparency of the terroir, length, and cleanliness. 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Produced in Vaillons, amidst chalk and marl soils, it expresses a precise minerality and freshness that complement the remarkable dynamism of the 2018 vintage without ever losing control. The producer's story is told through a choice of fields: selected vineyards, manual harvesting, limited intervention in the cellar, temperature-controlled fermentations, and maturation in neutral containers or large barrels to preserve the purity of the fruit. This philosophy creates wines capable of reflecting the terroir without frills, granting the wine an elegant structure and a well-defined longevity. The distinctive characteristic of Vaillons Premier Cru is the perfect combination of rigorous minerality and enveloping fruitiness; The 2018 Raveneau embodies this balance with an aromatic profile that ranges from notes of lemon and grapefruit zest to delicate floral nuances, accompanied by a saline presence reminiscent of the coast. On the palate, it opens with a silky texture, well-balanced acidity, and a persistence that extends the finish without overheating, offering a fresh yet composed drink, capable of evolving over time. Within the winery's portfolio, this wine is the flagship expression of the Premier Cru Vaillons series, capable of embodying the commitment to a Chardonnay that speaks of patience, making it an elegant companion to seafood appetizers and delicate fish and shellfish dishes. The 2018 Francois Raveneau Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons promises to offer new interpretations over the years, confirming the identity of a house that prioritizes measured quality and harmony. 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