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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2023 Chablis Les Butteaux 1er Cru conveys a sense of completeness on the nose that draws you into its charms. Its yellow plum, crushed rock and sea cave aromas are as beautifully defined as ever. The palate is very harmonious with a fine bead of acidity, real depth and sapidity, building toward a long yet tender finish that lingers in the mouth. This was difficult to spit out…06/2025

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Jasper Morris

Inside Burgundy

Mid lemon yellow. The oak is a little bit assertive, but that works well with the style of Butteaux. A touch of popcorn? A solid sound and powerful white fruit all across the palate, a little inflection of coconut. There is a masterful wine lurking here inside the succulent exterior. Drink from 2028-2038. Tasted Jun 2025.

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Kristaps Karklins

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

Uniting the depth of Forêt with the elegance and energy of Montmains, the 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Butteaux is one of the most complete and seamless premiers crus in Raveneau’s range. Based on similar clay-rich soils as Forêt but at a higher altitude, it’s sourced from 55-year-old vines that produce small, concentrated berries. It wafts from the glass with a deep bouquet of grapefruit zest, wheat toast and acacia mingling with oyster shell. Layered and textural but with a tightly wound core, it’s structured around chalky extract and mouthwatering acidity, concluding with a long, saline finish. 03/2025