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1996 Domaine Bachelet-Ramonet Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet

RP 90

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Latest Sale Price

July 10, 2011 - $120

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1996 Domaine Bachelet-Ramonet Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, 750ml

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RATINGS

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

... fresh and lively aromas of dried honey and marzipan. Lemons, crisp pears, nuts, vanilla beans, anise, and white chocolate are found in its flavor profile and throughout its long finish.

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.