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2004 Vincent Girardin Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet

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Latest Sale Price

November 20, 2011 - $135

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RATINGS

91-94Stephen Tanzer

Subdued aromas of peach, nutmeg and nut oil. Sweet on entry, then sappy and stylish, with lovely peach and apple flavors framed by firm acids and complemented by spicy oak. More about finesse then density.

REGION

France, Burgundy, Côte d'Or, Côte de Beaune, Puligny-Montrachet, Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet

Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet is the smallest of the four Puligny-Montrachet Grand Cru Chardonnay vineyards at 9.1 acres. It is on the northeast slope of Puligny-Montrachet Grand Cru appellation. Burgundy writer Clive Coates has noted that at its best, Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet “has a fatness, a honeyed or honeysuckle fragrance and certain delicacy.” The largest landholders are Leflaive, 2.7 acres; Ramonet, 1.4 acres; and Vincent Girardin, 1.2 acres.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay, Grand Cru

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.