The Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2005 is a majestic and fully mature expression, showcasing the grandeur of both the vineyard and a warm, exceptional vintage. The nose is deep and layered, revealing notes of ripe orchard fruit, preserved lemon, honeycomb, toasted hazelnut, and subtle smoky minerality. On the palate, the wine is broad and powerful, yet impeccably balanced by vibrant acidity that has carried it gracefully into maturity. Layers of almond cream, citrus oil, spice, and saline minerality unfold with remarkable harmony. The texture is expansive and velvety, never heavy, with an almost architectural sense of structure. The finish is extraordinarily long, resonant, and complex—an iconic, contemplative white Burgundy at its peak, offering profound depth and timeless elegance.
Domaine Leflaive Batard-Montrachet 2005 750ml Description
Domaine Leflaive is universally regarded as one of the greatest white wine estates in the world and a defining reference for Chardonnay in Burgundy. Based in Puligny-Montrachet, the domaine pioneered biodynamic viticulture in the region, driven by a philosophy centered on soil vitality, balance, and profound respect for terroir. Leflaive’s approach combines meticulous vineyard work with restrained, precise cellar practices, allowing each climat to express its full depth and mineral identity. Their holdings in Bâtard-Montrachet are among the most prestigious, drawing power and structure from deep, clay-limestone soils. Wines from Leflaive are celebrated for their tension, complexity, and extraordinary capacity to age. Each bottle is crafted not for immediacy, but for long-term evolution and quiet grandeur.
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