2018 Domaine Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru

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Country | France |
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Appellation | |
Winery | Domaine Leflaive |
Vintage | 2018 |
Grape | |
Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13.5%) |
Drink window | 2026 - 2050 |
Description
Domaine Leflaive is one of the most prestigious wineries in Burgundy, best known for its exceptional white wines, made from Chardonnay grapes. Located in the village of Puligny-Montrachet, in the Côte de Beaune, Domaine Leflaive is known for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and its emphasis on expressing the unique terroir.
Bâtard-Montrachet is one of the most renowned Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte de Beaune, located between the villages of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. The vineyard shares its name and reputation with the famous Le Montrachet and is known for producing powerful and complex wines.
The 2018 vintage was characterized by a warm and dry growing season, resulting in healthy and perfectly ripe grapes. These conditions led to wines with concentrated flavors and balanced acidity.
Tasting notes 2018 Domaine Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru
Colour : Clear golden yellow.
Nose: Aromas of peach, apple, lemon and bakery spices, with hints of white flowers and beeswax.
Taste: Full and concentrated, with flavours of ripe fruit, toasted almonds and a hint of vanilla. The wine is powerful and elegant, with a silky texture and a lively acidity that provides balance.
Finish: Long and complex, with lingering notes of fruit and subtle spice.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
Type of Wine | White |
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Country | France |
Region | Bourgogne |
Appellation | Puligny-Montrachet |
Icons | Icon France |
Winery | Domaine Leflaive |
Grape | Chardonnay |
Biological certified | No |
Natural wine | No |
Vegan | No |
Vintage | 2018 |
Drinking as of | 2026 |
Drinking till | 2050 |
Alcohol % | 13.5 |
Alcohol free/low | No |
Content | 0.75 ltr |
Oak aging | Yes |
Sparkling | No |
Dessert wine | No |
Closure | Cork |
Parker rating | 95 |
James Suckling rating | 93 |
Vinous rating | 97 |
Tasting Profiles | Complex, Dry, Aged on wood, Powerful, Mineral, Round, Full, White fruit |
Drink moments | Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |