2021 Domaine Leflaive Batard Montrachet

Chardonnay - 750ML
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BH 98 JM 97 VN 96 WS 96 WA 95
BH 98

Burghound, June 2023

(95-98 points) Once again a subtle but not invisible application of wood frames cool and ripe aromas of green apple, acacia blossom, petrol and airy zest-tinged nuances. Interestingly, the middleweight flavors aren't...
JM 97

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, April 2023

(95-97 points) Clear pale yellow. As always, the Bâtard comes over in much chunkier style after the cashmere texture of Bienvenues. This is hewn out of the rock rather than soft wool. The 2021 Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet...
VN 96

Vinous, January 2024

The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru actually has a more delicate and refined bouquet compared to the Bienvenue. It needs time to open - stunning delineation. The palate is very well-balanced with a fine bead of acidity...
WS 96

Wine Spectator, January 2023

Round and vibrant, this white leans into the citrusy spectrum of flavors, offering lemon, orange peel and yuzu notes accented by apple and stone. Linear and intense on the superlong finish, where the flavors expand and...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, January 2024

The 2021 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru if the most sensual wine in the range, bursting with aromas of confit citrus, pear and white flowers mingled with notions of praline and freshly baked bread. Full-bodied, satiny and...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Chardonnay
Country France
Region Burgundy
Sub-region Cote de Beaune
Appellation Puligny Montrachet
Sub-appellation Batard Montrachet
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Cork

The 2021 Domaine Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet is a distinguished Chardonnay from Burgundy, France, specifically the Cote de Beaune region within the Puligny Montrachet appellation. This Grand Cru wine, produced by the esteemed Domaine Leflaive, is presented in a 750 ml bottle with a cork closure and an alcohol content of 13.5%.

Several professional reviewers have provided insights into this wine, each highlighting its unique characteristics and complexity. Jasper Morris from "Inside Burgundy" scored the wine between 95 and 97 points, describing it as having a "block of power which will take much longer to come round," indicating its potential for aging. Morris noted its clear pale yellow color and compared its robust nature to being "hewn out of the rock rather than soft wool."

Burghound awarded the wine an impressive 98 points, emphasizing the subtle use of wood that frames "cool and ripe aromas of green apple, acacia blossom, petrol, and airy zest-tinged nuances." The review praised its "gorgeously complex, sneaky long and equally well-balanced finale," but suggested that patience is required for it to reach its full potential.

Wine Spectator also gave a high rating of 96 points, focusing on its vibrant and citrusy flavor profile, which includes "lemon, orange peel, and yuzu notes accented by apple and stone." The review highlighted its linear intensity and superlong finish, recommending it be enjoyed between 2025 and 2035.

Neal Martin from Vinous also scored the wine 96 points, noting its "delicate and refined bouquet" and "stunning delineation." He mentioned the wine's well-balanced palate with a fine bead of acidity and good weight and density.

William Kelley from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate rated the wine at 95 points, describing it as the "most sensual wine in the range." He highlighted aromas of "confit citrus, pear, and white flowers mingled with notions of praline and freshly baked bread," calling it "full-bodied, satiny and layered."

In summary, the 2021 Domaine Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet is a highly acclaimed Chardonnay with a complex and robust profile. Its vibrant citrus flavors, refined bouquet, and potential for aging make it a standout wine from the esteemed Domaine Leflaive.