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Batard Montrachet 2011

Batard Montrachet / Fontaine Gagnard

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Tasting Notes

The Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2011 from Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard is a gem. Here we have a killer limestone, stony bouquet that is stoic but utterly captivating, more like a Montrachet in my opinion. The palate is struck through with superb tension and grace, delicate touches of citrus peel, finely poised with an intense and penetrating finish. What a fabulous Bâtard-Montrachet this is from one of Chassagne top-notch growers.

Score: 94

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2035 30 April 2015

The 2011 Batard-Montrachet comes across as quite soft in this vintage. Hints of lime, ginger, honey, apricots and white flowers develop as the wine opens up, but I don’t quite see the pure depth or intensity of the very best years. Batard is usually a powerful wine, but there isn't much of that here. I expect the 2011 to offer its best drinking sooner rather than later.

Score: 90

Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com Maturity: 2015+ 01 September 2013

There is a trace of exoticism here as well with a similar set of aromas though here the floral elements are more pronounced and the overall complexity is enhanced relative to that of the Criots. There is excellent precision and punch to the broad-shouldered, concentrated and very serious flavors that are shaped by a firm acid spine on the linear, explosive and markedly saline finish. This is terrific and possesses outstanding development potential. In a word, impressive.

Score: 94

Allen Meadows, Burghound Maturity: 2021+ 11 June 2013