The 2009 Batard-Montrachet positively explodes from the glass. Round, sweet and expressive, the wine saturates the palate with masses of fruit in a bold, powerful style that is utterly irresistible. The finish is intense and resonant in all directions. Remy notes that the Batard is the only 2009 above 14% in alcohol. Anticipated maturity: 2017+.

Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate #196, Sept 2011)

Bright, green-tinged yellow. Lime, powdered stone and mint on the nose, along with a buttery nuance. Dense, saline, sappy and intensely flavored; offers very good cut for a wine with such breadth and richness. The white peach and lime tea flavors are complemented by a hint of exotic fruits. Much more powerful and chewy than the Bienvenue (this is 13.5% alcohol), not to mention more structured. Finishes with a whiplash of mirabelle, honey and jasmine.

Tasted out of stainless-steel tank at the Domaine. The Batard-Montrachet has a very complex bouquet with scents of white peach, pear, limestone and dried honey. Powerful and gaining intensity in the glass. The palate is quite rich and very dense on the entry, layers of mineral-rich green fruit, dew-speckled green apples, watermelon, grapefruit and a touch of spice towards the long, dare I say, explosive finish. Superb. Tasted January 2011.

Flowery nose. Very dense. Quite charming on the nose already. Very supple with the weight almost overpowering the very considerable acidity. Crystalline on the palate with a hint even of barley sugar. Expansive, rich and round and a hint of lime. Lip smacking and deceptively open but it would be a shame to drink this too young. Very long. (JR)