Raveneau, Chablis, 2023 Loire_SO011323 They still use concrete vats

They still use concrete vats for much of the work — a holdout position in a region that has largely abandoned the tradition

with a lingering

or creamy risottos

fine-grained tannins

The acidity is bright and refreshing

Raveneau, Chablis, 2023 Loire_SO011323 They still use concrete vatsVillage level Chablis from Raveneau unlocks an insider's secret: authentic terroir expression at a price that actually makes sense. From younger vines (just nine years old) on the limestone rich right bank, this wine skips the complexity for complexity's sake trap and delivers immediate drinkability without sacrificing the mineral character that defines the house. Yes, the younger vines produce slightly more forward fruit compared to Raveneau's