Domaine Raveneau, Chablis, “montée DE Tonnerre,” 1ER Cru, Burgundy 2016

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DOMAINE RAVENEAU, CHABLIS, “MONTÉE DE TONNERRE,” 1ER CRU, BURGUNDY 2016 is documented in the Cartelier archive as served at Protégé in Palo Alto, CA. It appears on the menu of April 15, 2021 under “2021 - FIRST RELEASE”, one of 6 items served that wine. As printed, the kitchen describes it: The undisputed king of Chablis, the domaine is an icon not only for Chablis lovers, but for those who crave transparency in their wine. Pure Chardonnay, harvested by hand from 50 year-old vines planted in Kimmeridgian limestone. Aged for 18 months in 132-liter feuillette, of which 20% were new. Offers the classic scents of green fruits, beeswax, lavender honey, and oyster shells. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2022-2030 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: This bright, crisp expression of Chardonnay is mind-blowing with raw seafoods like oysters and sushi! It is also powerful enough to stand up to sautéed fish, Chicken Piccata, or even vegetable risotto. The minerality and delicate flavors of Chablis really call for bright, delicate foods. DECANT: While it’s not necessary, this wine could benefit from a 30-minute decant if consumed prior to 2023. STEMWARE: All-purpose white wine glasses, ideally Zalto Denk’Art Universal or Riedel Vinum Chardonnay/Viognier IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 50°F. Every appearance below preserves the menu exactly as published — source, hash, and date — so this dish can be read as it stood on any documented evening.