2015 Domaine Leflaive Bienvenue Batard Montrachet

Chardonnay - 1.5L
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REVIEWS

WS 96 BH 95 DC 95 JG 94 WA 94
WS 96

Wine Spectator, October 2017

A picture of power and restraint, this white evokes peach, melon, lemon cake and stone flavors. Turns more elegant, gliding to a lingering conclusion. Cuts a swath of lemon and mineral notes on the extended...
BH 95

Burghound, June 2017

(92-95 points) As is often the case this evidences a similar aromatic profile to that of the Pucelles and in particular with respect to the honeysuckle character. While there is a bit more size, density and mid-palate...
DC 95

Decanter,

As Eric Remy sagely observes, sometimes the personality of Bienvenues nods to the power of Bâtard to the south and sometimes to the elegance of Pucelles to the north. In 2015 it is the similitude of the latter which is...
JG 94

View From The Cellar, November 2016

The 2015 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet from Domaine Leflaive is excellent and will drink very well with only a few years in the cellar. The bouquet is deep, pure and complex, wafting from the glass in a blend of apple...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2018

94+ The 2015 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is showing very well, opening in the glass with a reticent but detailed bouquet of fresh pear, white peach, tangerine oil, spring flowers, pastry cream and a delicate...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Chardonnay
Country France
Region Burgundy
Sub-region Cote de Beaune
Appellation Puligny Montrachet
Sub-appellation Bienvenues Batard Montrachet
Vintage 2015
Size 1.5L

The 2015 Domaine Leflaive Bienvenue Batard Montrachet is a distinguished Chardonnay from the renowned Burgundy region of France. Specifically hailing from the Cote de Beaune sub-region, this wine comes from the prestigious Bienvenues Batard Montrachet appellation. Domaine Leflaive, the producer, has a storied reputation for crafting exceptional white wines, and this vintage is no exception.

This Chardonnay is celebrated for its harmonious blend of power and elegance. Wine Spectator awarded it an impressive score of 96, highlighting its complex flavor profile. According to Wine Spectator, this wine embodies "a picture of power and restraint," with flavors that include peach, melon, lemon cake, and stone. These flavors transition smoothly, offering a glide to a lingering conclusion. The aftertaste is noted for its refreshing swath of lemon and mineral notes. The wine's structure and depth suggest it will continue to develop, with optimal enjoyment predicted between 2021 and 2032.

The 2015 Domaine Leflaive Bienvenue Batard Montrachet is a testament to the quality and tradition of wines from this region. Its pale, bright color is inviting, and the absence of any closure or alcohol percentage details in the reviews leaves room for the wine's intrinsic characteristics to stand out. This wine is a fine choice for those who appreciate the nuanced balance of fruit and minerality in their Chardonnay.

For connoisseurs and collectors alike, this vintage represents both an investment and a treat for the senses. Its accolades from respected reviewers like Wine Spectator confirm its status as a notable offering from Domaine Leflaive, praised for its elegance and finesse in the world of fine wines.