93-95 points and 'Don't miss!' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from Chassagne fruit). Relatively heavy reduction again renders the nose tough to judge. On the plus side there is terrific volume and mid-palate concentration to the big-bodied flavors that possess unusually good refinement in the context of what is typical for Bâtard and this is particularly so for the racy and tightly wound finale. Like the CC this beauty is going to require extended bottle aging but should very much be worth the wait. Drink: 2026+. (Jun 2016)"
92-95 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "(13.2% natural alcohol; Leroux owns these vines): Healthy pale yellow. Very ripe, deeply pitched aromas of apricot and subtle spices. Highly concentrated and plush, offering a high-wire act of sweet fruit and brisk acidity. This rather powerful Batard is going to require time in bottle to harmonize fully. (Sep 2015)"
94 points Tim Atkin, MW: "This is part of the domaine’s old holdings, rather than made from purchased grapes. The single parcel amounts to 0.16 hectares, equivalent to two and a half barrels. It’s quite a taut expression of the Grand Cru, with underlying richness but none of the exuberance Bâtard can show. Tight and well balanced, with impressive palate length. 2020-30. (Jan 2016)"
92-95 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "(13.2% natural alcohol; Leroux owns these vines): Healthy pale yellow. Very ripe, deeply pitched aromas of apricot and subtle spices. Highly concentrated and plush, offering a high-wire act of sweet fruit and brisk acidity. This rather powerful Batard is going to require time in bottle to harmonize fully. (Sep 2015)"
94 points Tim Atkin, MW: "This is part of the domaine’s old holdings, rather than made from purchased grapes. The single parcel amounts to 0.16 hectares, equivalent to two and a half barrels. It’s quite a taut expression of the Grand Cru, with underlying richness but none of the exuberance Bâtard can show. Tight and well balanced, with impressive palate length. 2020-30. (Jan 2016)"
| Product SKU | 335259 |
| Producer | Leroux/Benjamin |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| SubRegion | Côtes de Beaune |
| Appellation | Chassagne-Montrachet |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
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