95 points Aldo Fiordelli (Decanter): “The 2020 vintage is more herbal than usual, with sage, thyme and a citrussy character, then its typical peach kernel core. The attack is full, silky, concentrated and textured, yet vibrant on the finish.One of the most sought after white wines of Italy, with proven ability to age, Batàr originates from vineyards in Ruffoli, in Greve in Chianti, some of which reach 600m. The Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco grapes are fermented and aged for nine months in French oak. It's a very classic white SuperTuscan (first vintage was 1988) with a stylish Corton-Charlemagne attitude. Drinking window 2023-3030 (Feb 2023)”
94 points James Suckling: “Intense nose of cedar, smoked almond, mango puree, papaya and lemon pie. Full-bodied, dense and creamy with delicious praline and pie-crust character, balanced by just the right amount of lemony acidity. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now. (Jun 2022)”
94 points Raffaele Vecchione (WinesCritic.com): “Extremely fascinating, it shows notes of helichrysum, broom, wild fennel, liquorice, cut grass and boxwood. Slightly reductive, the background is concentrated and well executed. Medium body, dynamic structure and an agile and performing finish. Better from 2025. (Aug 2022)”
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2020 Batàr, Querciabella's Chardonnay/Pinot Blanc white, is laced with hints of tangerine oil, jasmine, spice and pear. Light tropical accents appear later, adding gorgeous nuance throughout. The move towards high elevation vineyards and picking earlier yields a Batàr endowed with terrific freshness and plenty of style. Drink 2022-2028 (Jul 2022)”
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): “I have not tasted this wine in a while, and it's a delight to come back to it now. Compared to older vintages, I find this blend of equal parts Pinot Bianco and Chardonnay to be quite improved. The organic 2020 Batàr offers fresh, citrusy tones with lemon curd and candied peach. This barrique-aged white also offers mid-weight density and plenty of orchard fruit, saffron and light spice. It concludes with fresh acidity. (Feb 2023)”
93 points Falstaff Guide: “Rich, shiny golden yellow colour. Fine nose, opens with notes of camomile, ripe apple, some stone fruit, basil in the background. Round and smooth on the palate, spreads gently over the tongue, has good drive, lots of yellow fruits. (Oct 2023)”
17.5+/20 Walter Speller (JancisRobinson.com): “Brilliant straw. A gorgeous, layered, sweet peach and fragrant oak nose and with just a hint of hazelnut. Creamy and a little rich on the palate and gaining enormously in depth on the finish with salty minerally notes. Fantastic focus and length. Already irresistible but I wouldn’t open this for at least another two to three years. Drink 2026-2036 (Apr 2023)”
94 points James Suckling: “Intense nose of cedar, smoked almond, mango puree, papaya and lemon pie. Full-bodied, dense and creamy with delicious praline and pie-crust character, balanced by just the right amount of lemony acidity. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now. (Jun 2022)”
94 points Raffaele Vecchione (WinesCritic.com): “Extremely fascinating, it shows notes of helichrysum, broom, wild fennel, liquorice, cut grass and boxwood. Slightly reductive, the background is concentrated and well executed. Medium body, dynamic structure and an agile and performing finish. Better from 2025. (Aug 2022)”
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2020 Batàr, Querciabella's Chardonnay/Pinot Blanc white, is laced with hints of tangerine oil, jasmine, spice and pear. Light tropical accents appear later, adding gorgeous nuance throughout. The move towards high elevation vineyards and picking earlier yields a Batàr endowed with terrific freshness and plenty of style. Drink 2022-2028 (Jul 2022)”
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): “I have not tasted this wine in a while, and it's a delight to come back to it now. Compared to older vintages, I find this blend of equal parts Pinot Bianco and Chardonnay to be quite improved. The organic 2020 Batàr offers fresh, citrusy tones with lemon curd and candied peach. This barrique-aged white also offers mid-weight density and plenty of orchard fruit, saffron and light spice. It concludes with fresh acidity. (Feb 2023)”
93 points Falstaff Guide: “Rich, shiny golden yellow colour. Fine nose, opens with notes of camomile, ripe apple, some stone fruit, basil in the background. Round and smooth on the palate, spreads gently over the tongue, has good drive, lots of yellow fruits. (Oct 2023)”
17.5+/20 Walter Speller (JancisRobinson.com): “Brilliant straw. A gorgeous, layered, sweet peach and fragrant oak nose and with just a hint of hazelnut. Creamy and a little rich on the palate and gaining enormously in depth on the finish with salty minerally notes. Fantastic focus and length. Already irresistible but I wouldn’t open this for at least another two to three years. Drink 2026-2036 (Apr 2023)”
| Product SKU | 353467 |
| Producer | Querciabella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Varietal | Other White Blends |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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