(BH91-94 points) An interesting hint of mint adds a top note to the aromas of honeysuckle, petrol, pain grillé and spiced pear. The succulent and beautifully textured medium-bodied flavors possess a caressing mouth feel before concluding in a naturally sweet finish that is set off by plenty of citrus character. I very much like the persistence and if this can add a bit more depth it could merit the upper end of my projected range. 2021+

Tasted blind at the annual “Burgfest” tasting in Bouilland. The 2013 Bienvenue Bâtard Montrachet Grand Cru has a more expressive bouquet than Jean-Claude Bachelet's with greater delineation and poise, scents of orange sorbet and spice coming through with time. The palate is fresh on the entry, a powerful and flavor-rich Bienvenue with a citrus-fresh and quite spicy finish. While there might be a touch of botrytis here, it does not obscure precision and elevates this Grand Cru to a higher level. Tasted May 2016. - Neal Martin