2020 Jean-Claude Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13.5%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2034 |
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Description
The Ramonet winery: tradition and precision in Burgundy
Domaine Ramonet is one of the absolute top of Burgundy and has its origins in the 1930s. The estate is run by Noël and Jean-Claude Ramonet, grandsons of founder Pierre Ramonet. Generations of expertise are put to work here to produce some of the most refined white wines in the world. Located in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet, the estate is internationally renowned for its precise vinification and low yields.
The Chassagne-Montrachet region and its special terroirs
Chassagne-Montrachet is located in the southern part of the Côte de Beaune, a region in Burgundy known worldwide for its white wines made from Chardonnay grapes. The terroir of Les Vergers consists of clay-limestone soils with perfect drainage. Combined with a relatively cool microclimate, this ensures a slow ripening, which allows the grapes to retain their aromatic complexity.
Chardonnay from Les Vergers: grapes, harvest and vinification
The Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers is made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, carefully harvested by hand to select only the best bunches. The harvest usually takes place in September. Fermentation takes place partly in stainless steel and partly in oak barrels, which gives structure and elegance. The wine is aged for 12 to 15 months on its fine lees in partly new oak barrels. This approach preserves freshness, while enhancing the complexity and length of the wine.
Color, smell and taste of Ramonet Les Vergers
This Premier Cru has a bright, golden yellow colour with green reflections. On the nose, the wine shows aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, roasted hazelnut and subtle minerality. The taste is intense and refined at the same time: ripe yellow fruit, lively acidity and a subtle smoky touch make this wine impressively balanced. The long finish underlines its high quality.
Would you like to order Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers wines online?
This wine is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse, so that the quality remains optimal until delivery. If you choose 'Pick up' at checkout, you will often receive a nice discount. This discount is immediately visible on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address .
Full reviews from international wine journalists such as Parker, Suckling and Vinous are available via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.
Click here for our exclusive Sommelier – free for Grandcruwijnen customers. Let us advise you on the best wine to go with your dish.
Perfect wine and food pairings with Ramonet Les Vergers
- Grilled sea bass with fennel and lemon – the fresh character of the wine perfectly complements the subtle aniseed and citrus aromas.
- Scallops with cauliflower cream and hazelnut – creaminess and nutty notes enhance each other's finesse.
- Chicken in creamy tarragon sauce with mushrooms – the spicy notes of tarragon and umami from mushrooms match beautifully with the maturation notes of the wine.
- Roasted veal tenderloin with parsnip puree and truffle – the earthy truffle notes are complemented by the mineral complexity of the wine.
- Langoustine ravioli with beurre blanc – the subtle richness of the sauce complements the elegant acidity and fruit profile of the wine.
- Risotto with green asparagus and Parmesan – the structure of the risotto and the hearty Parmesan call for a wine with backbone and finesse.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Chassagne-Montrachet |
| Icons | Icon France |
| Winery | Jean Claude Ramonet |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2034 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
Wijnhuis
Noël and Jean-Claude Ramonet are the third generation to manage the grand winery of Ramonet, with the mission of maintaining its wonderfully built reputation. Grandfather Pierre is said to have arrived in Burgundy in the late 1920s with nothing more than his knapsack. After years of buying grapes and making wine from them, he was gradually able to buy vineyards in his chosen village of Chassagne. The ultimate highlight in 1978 was the purchase of a plot of land from Le Montrachet, and paid in cash too!
Pierre Ramonet died in 1994 at the age of 88. But its echo lives in the wines, in the capable hands of his grandsons Noël and Jean-Claude who have continued its reputation since 1984 (under the strict command of the grandfather). The original Ramonets came from Bresse on the other side of the Saône from Chalon. In the 19th century, a branch settled in Beaune, where they were millers. The mill went bankrupt and one of them, Claude, moved to Chassagne, where he became a Tacheron, a vineyard worker who is paid by the amount of land he farms. Claude had three children; a daughter who married Georges Bachelet (hence the current domain Bachelet-Ramonet) and two sons, Pierre, born in 1906 and Claude (1914). Pierre married Lucie Prudhon (for a time the wine was sold as Domaine Ramonet-Prudhon). They had only one son, André (1934), father of Noël and Jean-Claude.
Today they own 17 hectares. In the Chassagne the very beautiful premiers crus Ruchottes, Morgeots, Caillerets, Clos-de-la-Boudriotte, Clos-Saint-Jean, Chaumées and Vergers, but also Bâtard and Bienvenues. Recently, Ramonet has been able to expand in Saint-Aubin (Les Charmois) and Puligny-Montrachet (Champ-Canet and a very beautiful villages). The average age of the vines is 60 years and the yields per hectare are very low. Depending on the quality, the wines are aged between 12 and 15 months in a mix of new and used oak barrels (generally 30% new oak). Long maturation on the yeast tracks, light filtering and only occasional batonnage. The Ramonet brothers have remained true winegrowers, just like their grandfather, but the distribution of their wines is being fought over the world. In theory, Noël is responsible for the wine cellars and Jean Claude for the vineyards.
The Ramonet winery: tradition and precision in Burgundy
Domaine Ramonet is one of the absolute top of Burgundy and has its origins in the 1930s. The estate is run by Noël and Jean-Claude Ramonet, grandsons of founder Pierre Ramonet. Generations of expertise are put to work here to produce some of the most refined white wines in the world. Located in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet, the estate is internationally renowned for its precise vinification and low yields.
The Chassagne-Montrachet region and its special terroirs
Chassagne-Montrachet is located in the southern part of the Côte de Beaune, a region in Burgundy known worldwide for its white wines made from Chardonnay grapes. The terroir of Les Vergers consists of clay-limestone soils with perfect drainage. Combined with a relatively cool microclimate, this ensures a slow ripening, which allows the grapes to retain their aromatic complexity.
Chardonnay from Les Vergers: grapes, harvest and vinification
The Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers is made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, carefully harvested by hand to select only the best bunches. The harvest usually takes place in September. Fermentation takes place partly in stainless steel and partly in oak barrels, which gives structure and elegance. The wine is aged for 12 to 15 months on its fine lees in partly new oak barrels. This approach preserves freshness, while enhancing the complexity and length of the wine.
Color, smell and taste of Ramonet Les Vergers
This Premier Cru has a bright, golden yellow colour with green reflections. On the nose, the wine shows aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, roasted hazelnut and subtle minerality. The taste is intense and refined at the same time: ripe yellow fruit, lively acidity and a subtle smoky touch make this wine impressively balanced. The long finish underlines its high quality.
Would you like to order Ramonet Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers wines online?
This wine is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse, so that the quality remains optimal until delivery. If you choose 'Pick up' at checkout, you will often receive a nice discount. This discount is immediately visible on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address .
Full reviews from international wine journalists such as Parker, Suckling and Vinous are available via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.
Click here for our exclusive Sommelier – free for Grandcruwijnen customers. Let us advise you on the best wine to go with your dish.
Perfect wine and food pairings with Ramonet Les Vergers
- Grilled sea bass with fennel and lemon – the fresh character of the wine perfectly complements the subtle aniseed and citrus aromas.
- Scallops with cauliflower cream and hazelnut – creaminess and nutty notes enhance each other's finesse.
- Chicken in creamy tarragon sauce with mushrooms – the spicy notes of tarragon and umami from mushrooms match beautifully with the maturation notes of the wine.
- Roasted veal tenderloin with parsnip puree and truffle – the earthy truffle notes are complemented by the mineral complexity of the wine.
- Langoustine ravioli with beurre blanc – the subtle richness of the sauce complements the elegant acidity and fruit profile of the wine.
- Risotto with green asparagus and Parmesan – the structure of the risotto and the hearty Parmesan call for a wine with backbone and finesse.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Chassagne-Montrachet |
| Icons | Icon France |
| Winery | Jean Claude Ramonet |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2034 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
Noël and Jean-Claude Ramonet are the third generation to manage the grand winery of Ramonet, with the mission of maintaining its wonderfully built reputation. Grandfather Pierre is said to have arrived in Burgundy in the late 1920s with nothing more than his knapsack. After years of buying grapes and making wine from them, he was gradually able to buy vineyards in his chosen village of Chassagne. The ultimate highlight in 1978 was the purchase of a plot of land from Le Montrachet, and paid in cash too!
Pierre Ramonet died in 1994 at the age of 88. But its echo lives in the wines, in the capable hands of his grandsons Noël and Jean-Claude who have continued its reputation since 1984 (under the strict command of the grandfather). The original Ramonets came from Bresse on the other side of the Saône from Chalon. In the 19th century, a branch settled in Beaune, where they were millers. The mill went bankrupt and one of them, Claude, moved to Chassagne, where he became a Tacheron, a vineyard worker who is paid by the amount of land he farms. Claude had three children; a daughter who married Georges Bachelet (hence the current domain Bachelet-Ramonet) and two sons, Pierre, born in 1906 and Claude (1914). Pierre married Lucie Prudhon (for a time the wine was sold as Domaine Ramonet-Prudhon). They had only one son, André (1934), father of Noël and Jean-Claude.
Today they own 17 hectares. In the Chassagne the very beautiful premiers crus Ruchottes, Morgeots, Caillerets, Clos-de-la-Boudriotte, Clos-Saint-Jean, Chaumées and Vergers, but also Bâtard and Bienvenues. Recently, Ramonet has been able to expand in Saint-Aubin (Les Charmois) and Puligny-Montrachet (Champ-Canet and a very beautiful villages). The average age of the vines is 60 years and the yields per hectare are very low. Depending on the quality, the wines are aged between 12 and 15 months in a mix of new and used oak barrels (generally 30% new oak). Long maturation on the yeast tracks, light filtering and only occasional batonnage. The Ramonet brothers have remained true winegrowers, just like their grandfather, but the distribution of their wines is being fought over the world. In theory, Noël is responsible for the wine cellars and Jean Claude for the vineyards.