Raveneau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru 2015

96 points Tim Atkin, MW: "The best wine in the Raveneau line up, as it often is, comes from their four parcels of the Grand Cru, all of which are picked together. This is a supreme expression of the vineyard, showing its classic concentration and understated power. Fennel, oyster shell, lime and citrus fruit flavours are complemented by hints of umami and a long, incredibly fresh dry finish. 2018-26. (2017)"

96 points Stephen Brook (Decanter): "Brooding apple and pear nose, powerful but restrained. Rich and ripe but elegant, with a filigree character and piquant acidity. Refined and long with a fine future. Approximately 1800 bottles produced. Drinking Window: 2018-2030. (Jan 2017)"

95+ points John Gilman (View From the Cellar): "The 2015 Clos from Domaine Raveneau is an outstanding example of the vintage, which like the Valmur, shows some uncharacteristic early generosity on the attack, but plenty of backend structure and grip. The bouquet is a fine blend of apple, pear, beeswax, chalky minerality, citrus zest, spring flowers and just a touch of vanillin oak. On the palate the wine is pure, full-bodied and shows off excellent mid-palate depth, with fine acidity and a long, vibrant finish. Like the Valmur, there is plenty of generosity on the attack today, but this too should show more firmness after bottling and I would not open a bottle for at least a few years. 2020-2045. (Nov/Dec 2016)"

94 points Neal Martin (Wine Advocate): "The 2015 Chablis Grand Cru les Clos has a very tight bouquet with a subtle marine/estuarine influence, gradually opening to reveal walnut and hazelnut notes. Coming back after five minutes, there is a light minty note. The palate is powerful and very well balanced, a fine line of acidity struck through the lightly-spiced fruit with hints of nutmeg and even fennel that lead to a poised but very persistent and satisfying finish. This is just an extremely satisfying Les Clos that will give 20 to 30 years drinking pleasure. Drink: 2021-2050. (Aug 2017)"

93-94 points Stephen Tanzer (Vinous): "Pale, bright yellow. Tighter and greener on the nose than the Valmur, with the aromas of lime, mint and talc coming across as less ripe. Broad, austere and energetic in the mouth; surprisingly mouthcoating considering how early it was harvested but with a hint of grapefruit zest bitterness making it difficult to taste today. Finishes brisk and energetic, with an impression of weightlessness. Holds out superb potential, but this bone-dry Clos will need serious cellaring to express itself fully. Production here was just 20 hectoliters per hectare owing to the hail losses, and the Raveneaus may assemble this cuvée a little earlier than usual. (Jul 2016)"

93 points Allen Meadows (Burghound): "The expressive and elegant if still somewhat reticent nose reflects the ripeness of the 2015 vintage while remaining cool and pure with its array of citrus, white flower, iodine and sea breeze-scented aromas. The refinement continues on the rich and full-bodied flavors that manage to retain both good delineation and plenty of minerality on the palate coating, clean, focused and impressively long finale. While this beauty could certainly be enjoyed now, for my taste I would suggest continuing to hold it for another 3 to 5ish years first. Drink: 2027+. (Sep 2023)"