2023, Domaine de la Vougeraie, BIENVENUE-BÂTARD-MONTRACHET, Grand Cru

The 2023 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru, incidentally served after the Bâtard-Montrachet, has more complexity and a lovely sea spray influence on the nose. The palate is crisp and fresh, with more tension than the Bâtard and a sense of palpable energy toward the lightly spiced finish. This should age well in bottle. 92-94 Neal Martin, Vinous (2024).

There is a lime tint to the primrose colour. Instant class at first sniff, making me smile. The trick is to have this much delicacy without sacrificing any latent intensity. It stretches out further and further on the palate, with a magical mineral refinement. Bravo! ***** 96-98 Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy (2024).

Drinking Window: 2027 - 2045