🏰 The 2018 vintage in Chablis was characterized by an early harvest, with some producers starting as early as August 30th. While some found the wines soft and supple, others noted a lack of tension compared to other vintages. However, Raveneau is consistently praised for handling the vintage well, producing wines of "uncommon poise and pixelation" and "extraordinary aromatic intensity." Les Clos is considered a hallmark cru, rising to the challenge in 2018. Francois Raveneau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru 2018 is described as having a beautiful pale color and an immediately delicious, heart-warming nose. It offers a bouquet of ripe fruits, lime, oyster shell minerality, citrus, and stone fruit, together with flint, chalk, and hints of pastry. The palate is dense, rich, dark, and complex, with a super smooth, sleek, and round feel, showcasing impressive depth and vivacity. It possesses extraordinary aromatic intensity and soft, silky, wonderfully inviting contours. 【 In the challenging 2018 vintage, Raveneau showcases the extraordinary precision and aromatic intensity of Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru 】 🍴 This Grand Cru Chablis is exquisite with shellfish, crab, lobster, grilled fish, or roasted chicken with herbs. Its minerality also makes it a great match for aged goat cheese. 🥂 A magnificent wine for a celebratory dinner, a special occasion, or a serious tasting of top-tier Chablis. It has excellent aging potential.