Bâtard-Montrachet 2017 – Domaine Ramonet

Overview

The Bâtard-Montrachet 2017 from Domaine Ramonet is one of the most powerful and structured expressions of Burgundy’s Grand Cru Chardonnay. The balanced conditions of the 2017 vintage produced grapes of outstanding quality, allowing this wine to combine richness, aromatic complexity, and deep minerality. Intense yet elegant, it is crafted for long aging and represents one of the estate’s finest achievements. Contains sulfites.

History of the wine

Bâtard-Montrachet stands among the legendary Grand Crus of the Côte de Beaune, alongside Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet. The Ramonet family, stewards of these vines for generations, has perfected a style that balances tradition with precision. The 2017 vintage offered healthy, concentrated grapes that reflect the full potential of this extraordinary terroir.

Vineyard philosophy and varietals

The Chardonnay vines are rooted in limestone-clay soils, benefiting from an ideal exposure and microclimate. Ramonet maintains low yields and conducts a meticulous manual harvest, ensuring only the best clusters are selected. This careful vineyard work guarantees balance, aromatic purity, and faithful expression of the terroir.

Winemaking approach

In the cellar, fermentation takes place in French oak barrels, followed by maturation on fine lees with regular bâtonnage. A judicious use of new oak adds structure and depth without overwhelming the fruit. This approach allows the Bâtard-Montrachet 2017 to achieve harmony between richness, freshness, and elegance, while offering a long aging potential.

Tasting notes

Color: bright golden yellow with shimmering highlights.
Nose: layered bouquet of ripe yellow fruit, citrus, white flowers, fresh butter, and mineral notes with subtle toast.
Palate: dense, powerful, and enveloping, with vibrant acidity, complex structure, and a long, saline finish.

Food pairings

Perfect with lobster, oysters, scallops, noble fish, foie gras, refined poultry, and aged cheeses. A wine that also shines as a meditation companion thanks to its depth and finesse.

Technical sheet

• Appellation: Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru

• Vintage: 2017

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay

• Classification: AOC Grand Cru

• Alcohol: 13.5% vol.

• Serving temperature: 12–14 °C

• Aging potential: 20–25 years

• Contains sulfites

Domaine Ramonet

The history of Domaine Ramonet in Burgundy

Domaine Ramonet was founded in the 1930s by Pierre Ramonet, a visionary winemaker who purchased his first vineyards in Chassagne-Montrachet. From those initial parcels began one of the most emblematic journeys of the Côte de Beaune, destined to mark the history of Burgundy. In 1978, the acquisition of a plot in Le Montrachet definitively established the estate among the greatest, making the Ramonet name synonymous with prestige. Today, Pierre’s grandsons, Jean-Claude and Noël, continue to cultivate this legacy with the same passion and respect for tradition, ensuring that the domaine remains a symbol of authenticity and terroir.

Vineyards and prestigious crus of Domaine Ramonet

The domaine extends over 17 hectares, spread across the most renowned villages of Burgundy, including Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin. Its heart lies in legendary Grand Cru vineyards such as Le Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet, alongside a wealth of Premier Cru sites like Les Ruchottes and Les Vergers. This mosaic of terroirs allows Domaine Ramonet to produce wines of exceptional complexity and precision, where every parcel contributes to an extraordinary expression of the Côte de Beaune.

Winemaking philosophy and cellar approach

At Domaine Ramonet, the philosophy is based on low yields, meticulous vineyard work and a deep respect for the natural environment. Manual harvesting ensures only the best grapes reach the cellar. Fermentation relies on native yeasts, while oak ageing is managed with balance, never overwhelming the purity of the fruit. White wines rest for long periods on fine lees, gaining depth and longevity, while reds are vinified with equal care to showcase the finesse of Chassagne-Montrachet. This artisanal yet precise approach reflects a constant search for harmony and terroir-driven character.

Style and longevity of Ramonet wines

The wines of Domaine Ramonet are celebrated worldwide for their freshness, minerality and refinement, as well as for their remarkable ageing potential. The great Chardonnays, particularly from Montrachet Grand Cru, are considered among the finest expressions of the variety, capable of evolving for decades while maintaining vibrancy and structure. The reds, often overlooked, reveal elegance and depth that reflect the same high standards. Each bottle signed Ramonet embodies the perfect balance between tradition, terroir and winemaking mastery, making the domaine a true reference point for Burgundy lovers and collectors.