Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2018
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France / Burgundy
Located in the Côte des Blancs region of the Côte de Beaune, Bâtard-Montrachet is the largest of the five Grands Crus of the Côte des Blancs, with eastern sun exposure and chalky soil. This Chardonnay wine is fermented and aged for an average of 18 months in oak barrels.
Harvest Note
This was a somewhat turbulent growing season. Lack of soil moisture and a poor fruit set diminished the harvest volumes.
Tasting Note
Full-bodied, rich and powerful, Bâtard-Montrachet has intense aromas and flavors of almonds, apple, white flowers and spices, with incredible length. This wine will develop favorably for 10 to 20 years after the vintage.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
APPELLATION: Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru AOP
PH: 3.2
ACIDITY: 4.09 g/l
ABV: 13.63%
AGING: In oak casks, 30% new, for 16 months
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Partial
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 0.7 g/l
Unique Selling Points
- From the terroir which sets the world standard for the finest chardonnay wines
- Bordering the famous parcel of Montrachet, near the village of Puligny
- Acknowledged as one of the world's greatest whites
- Capable of aging for decades to good effect
"My aim is to craft enchanting wines that taste of the great diversity of Burgundy."
Frederic Barnier, Winemaker
About the Grape
Chardonnay
Though it has a distinctive profile, Chardonnay reflects other factors such as soil composition and vinification technique. Chardonnay is a reliable, hardy and prolific vine whose only real vulnerabilities are frost and uneven development of fruit.
