$214
Ramonet Batard Montrachet 2001 Cote de Beaune Tasting Note: "(with thanks to Dr. Michael Chen). In magnum format this is not all that dissimilar to my original note that is now almost 10 years old as the wonderfully complex and elegant aromas of white flower and citrus remain as fresh as ever. Likewise, there is still plenty of vibrancy and intensity to the gorgeously pure and well-delineated medium full flavors that seem as though they're chiseled directly from solid rock. This is much more mineral-driven than the typical Bâtard, and blind I would have mistaken it for a classically styled Chevalier. There is plenty of punch and racy supporting acidity plus simply knockout length. Of all these impressive attributes though, it's the stunning purity and overall harmony of expression that make this one of the greatest examples of Bâtard from the 2001vintage. As to drinkability, it can be approached now with pleasure because while there is still some unrealized upside development present, there isn't so much that it would be infanticide to open one now. In a word, terrific." Burghound, 95 pts. 04/12 1 bottle
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-11-08
