Jean-Claude Ramonet
Summary
Domaine Ramonet, a third-generation family estate in Chassagne-Montrachet led by Jean-Claude Ramonet, produces primarily white Burgundy from prestigious holdings including parcels of Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet and Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet grand crus on limestone-rich soils. The domaine maintains traditional winemaking methods with hand-harvesting, careful grape selection, and barrel fermentation and aging in French oak to express the distinct characteristics of their grand cru and premier cru vineyards.
Heritage & Leadership
Domaine Ramonet's story in Burgundy began with Pierre Ramonet in the early 20th century. The domaine, based in Chassagne-Montrachet, is now under the direction of Jean-Claude Ramonet, representing the third generation of this winemaking family. The transition from Pierre to his son André, and subsequently to Jean-Claude, has maintained the domain's focus on white wine production in the Côte de Beaune.
Vineyards & Wines
The domaine's holdings include some of Burgundy's most significant white wine terroirs. Their parcels encompass 0.26 hectares of Montrachet Grand Cru, 0.5 hectares of Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru, and 0.13 hectares of Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru. Additional holdings include various premier cru parcels in Chassagne-Montrachet. The vineyards are primarily planted to Chardonnay, with vines situated on the limestone-rich soils characteristic of the Côte de Beaune.
Philosophy & Practice
The domaine adheres to traditional Burgundian winemaking methods. All grapes are hand-harvested, followed by careful sorting. Vinification takes place in oak barrels, with the wines aged in French oak. The approach focuses on expressing each vineyard's distinct characteristics through minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar.