2003 Bienvenues Batard Montrachet
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Pale yellow-green. Lively lime and mint aromas complicated by vintage-typical lichee and licorice. Sweet on entry, then a bit exotic in the middle palate and less pure than the Pucelles. Finishes with a touch of alcoholic dryness but sound acidity. Distinctly awkward today and in need of time in bottle.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Buttered toast and sweet white fruits can be found in the aromatics of the 2003 Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet (white). Armed with outstanding depth of fruit, this dense, lush, layered wine releases waves of candied minerals and pulp-laden pears on the palate. Medium-bodied and velvety-textured, it also possesses an impressively long finish. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. Importer: Wilson-Daniels, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661
Fragrant aromas of lime, nut oil and spicy oak. Chewy and penetrating but quite dry; hints at a solid core of fruit and yet I find only limited flesh and depth of flavor. This, too, seems a bit dried by sulfur and in need of a racking.
About the producer
Domaine Leflaive is arguably Burgundy’s most famous white wine producer, setting the benchmark for top-quality Chardonnay in the Côte de Beaune and the world. The property is the largest land-owner in Puligny-Montrachet, with extensive holdings in the village and five hectares of Grand Cru vineyards