Domaine Roland Lavantureux - Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2016 – Burgundy France

Domaine Roland Lavantureux Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2016 is a powerful and refined Chardonnay from one of Chablis’ most prestigious Grand Cru vineyards. Layered, mineral, and deeply structured, it shows the scale and precision that define top-tier Chablis.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Chablis Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2016
• Vineyard: Les Preuses
• Soil: Clay-limestone (Kimmeridgian)
• Farming: Practicing organic
• Aging: 12 months in barrel, 50% new oak
• Serving Temperature: 11–13°C
• Style: Dry white Burgundy, Grand Cru Chablis

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Lemon, orchard fruit, subtle stone fruit
• Savory: Crushed stone, brioche, light oak spice
• Structure: Concentrated texture, bright acidity, long mineral finish

This is Chablis with real depth and scale. The palate is layered and precise, combining Grand Cru concentration with mineral tension and a long, refined finish that unfolds slowly in the glass.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Grand Cru Chablis from one of the region’s most respected producers
• Barrel fermentation and élevage add texture without losing precision
• A serious, cellar-worthy Chardonnay with strong collector appeal

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Lobster, scallops, and refined seafood dishes
• Turbot, monkfish, or elegant white sauces
• Comté and other aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Chablis lovers seeking Grand Cru depth and structure
✓ Collectors and serious Chardonnay drinkers
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple, or purely crisp white wines