Bordeaux 2015: Batailley

Just the 1 release so far today and with Vinexpo in Hong Kong next week we expect a quiet week ahead too:

• Batailley at £354 per 12.  This Classed Growth Pauillac is the epitome of classic claret with an enviable track record for quality and value.  The 2015 is no exception, with the introduction of a new second wine at the estate helping to boost the quality of the Grand Vin even higher this year.  A lovely Batailley that should reward its many fans, it has the same score from Neal Martin (93-95) as Lynch Bages, which will be double the price, and outscores Clerc Milon (£480), Duhart Milon (£500), Petit Mouton and Carruades de Lafite. 
  93-95 Neal Martin "This is an excellent Batailley, meliorated by the introduction of a second wine, that continues the upswing in quality over the last six or seven years. I would not be surprised if this settles at the top of my banded score once in bottle.". 
  94-95 James Suckling "Wow. The shows a new level of excellence with mint, mineral and currant character. Full body, super fine tannins and a savory finish. New definition here. Precision. New second wine from this estate moved up the quality."