1996 Bienvenues Batard Montrachet
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The Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet, revealing a rich, pear and mineral-infused nose, is an intense, powerful, deeply ripe, yet austere wine. Superbly-defined and softly-textured layers of stones, gravel, earth, and anise are found in this medium-to-full-bodied and highly-structured wine. Projected maturity: 2003-2010. Importer: Kobrand, Inc., New York, NY; (212) 490-9300.
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Pierre Rovani
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The Bienvenue-Batard-Montrachet, revealing a rich, pear and mineral-infused nose, is an intense, powerful, deeply ripe, yet austere wine. Superbly-defined and softly-textured layers of stones, gravel, earth, and anise are found in this medium-to-full-bodied and highly-structured wine. Projected maturity: 2003-2010. Wine Advocate.February, 1998
Citric, mint and vanilla aromas. Fat and dense, with strong acidity and a firm stony underpinning. Very long, subtle and classy on the finish. Rather dominated by its structure today and hard to assess.
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.