2004 Domaine Raveneau Chablis 1er Cru "Butteaux"

The 2004 Butteaux from Domaine Raveneau has now entered into its plateau of peak drinkability at age eight, but shows no signs of any untoward aging on either the nose or palate. The excellent bouquet jumps from the glass in a combination of beeswax, apple, lemon oil, a touch of pear, acacia blossoms and a beautiful base of chalky soil tones. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, pure and zesty, with great purity and transparency, vibrant acidity, excellent grip and laser-like focus on the very long and classy finish. Just a beautiful bottle of Raveneau Butteaux at its apogee.

Lean and tight, with lemon verbena, citrus blossom and stone notes. This is balanced, though the structure is more evident now, with a long, mineral-infused finish. Has plenty of energy and vivacity. (BS)