2003 Bienvenues Batard Montrachet
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An idiosyncratic wine, the 2003 Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet (white) sports a nose of kiwi, red berries, tangerines (reminiscent of Muscat), and papaya. Light to medium-bodied, bright, revealing delicate apple-laced mineral flavors and slightly tight, I was enamored by its exotic aromas as well as its lengthy finish. Drink it over the next 6 years. Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083
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Pierre Rovani
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Candied apricot and peach along with white flowers on the nose. Then less ripe and deep in the mouth than the Folatieres or Caillerets, showing more obvious acidity and less flavor development. Gives the impression of blocked maturity. This is clenched and difficult to taste today. A second barrel showed considerably more depth of flavor, a more pliant texture and more length.
An idiosyncratic wine, the 2003 Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet (white) sports a nose of kiwi, red berries, tangerines (reminiscent of Muscat), and papaya. Light to medium-bodied, bright, revealing delicate apple-laced mineral flavors and slightly tight, I was enamored by its exotic aromas as well as its lengthy finish. Drink it over the next 6 years. Apr 2005, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Based in Meursault and farming some of the finest vineyards in the Côte de Beaune, Henri Boillot is a leading address in Burgundy. He crafts fine Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, but the estate is best known for its flagship monopole vineyard, Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Clos de la Mouchère.