2005 Batard Montrachet
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Pale color. Sexy, complex aromas of stone fruits, minerals, white flowers and barrel char. Suave on entry, then rich, fine-grained and round, with lovely energy to the peach and mineral flavors. Fat but not heavy; in fact, this boasts excellent grip. Very silky, enticing Batard with superb persistence. All from fruit on the Puligny side of the grand cru ("if it was from Chassagne, it would be heavier," noted Lardiere), who retained about 40% of the malic acidity.
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Allen Meadows, Burghound
Jancis Robinson MW
More reviews and scores
Waxy nose – broad and lemony and rich. Very dry finish. So chewy you almost need a knife and fork for this. Wait a long time! Pretty good length. (JR)
A ripe and highly expressive nose features a complex mix of pretty white flower and orchard fruit aromas that merge into unusually linear and precise flavors that are extremely rich, wonderfully powerful, taut and muscular with exceptional length and almost painful intensity. While this is not as concentrated as some wines in the range, what I like about the wine though is the impeccable balance and detail, which is relatively rare in classic examples of Bâtard. Built to age.
A ripe and highly expressive nose features a complex mix of pretty white flower and orchard fruit aromas that merge into unusually linear and precise flavors that are extremely rich, wonderfully powerful, taut and muscular with exceptional length and almost painful intensity. While this is not as concentrated as some wines in the range, what I like about the wine though is the impeccable balance and detail, which is relatively rare in classic examples of Bâtard. Built to age. Allen Meadows, Burghound, Jul01,2007.
About the producer
Louis Jadot is arguably the most consistent négociant house in Burgundy. It has managed to straddle both the entry-level and fine wine market, while retaining respect in both.