At a glance

Producer

Domaine Ramonet

Region

Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$400-$600

Tasting profile

Crisp citrus and stone fruit, chalky minerality, bright acidity, slight buttery and toasted oak notes.

Evolution: Will develop richer honeyed and nutty secondary aromas, increase in complexity and texture over the next 5-10 years.

At peak: Balanced complexity between fresh fruit, mature minerality, and layered oak.

Structure

Acidity

High

Tannins

Low (typical for white Burgundy)

Alcohol

13-13.5%

Aging potential

Excellent - 20+ years typical due to vineyard and producer quality

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2051

Optimal window

2025 to 2054

Current status

Wine is young but becoming approachable, starting to develop complexity

Current condition

Fresh acidity and powerful structure with vibrant fruit and mineral expression

Top-quality Ramonet Bâtard-Montrachet from 2019 benefits from a very good vintage with a relatively warm growing season balanced by cool nights, ideal acidity and phenolic development, allowing excellent long-term aging up to 2040.

Food pairing

Pairs wonderfully with rich seafood such as lobster, scallops, fish in creamy sauces, and aged soft cheeses like Comté or Brie.

Serving

Serving temperature

12-14°C / 54-57°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Domaine Ramonet emphasizes meticulous vineyard management with limited chemical intervention, focused on soil health and biodiversity. The winery uses modern energy-efficient equipment and recycles water in production where feasible.

While Domaine Ramonet is not certified organic or biodynamic, their commitment to sustainable viticulture practices, minimal intervention in the vineyard, and some modern efficiencies in the cellar position them moderately well on sustainability. Further improvements could include organic certification and lighter packaging.