Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. The Batard-Montrachet 2011 from Anne-Claude Leflaive is slightly deeper in color than its peers. The nose is a little austere at first, but it unfolds nicely with impressive mineral (slate and flint) scents, well defined and poised. The palate is well balanced with a keen thread of acidity. There is a bright citric heart to this Batard-Montrachet with fleeting touches of nectarine and citrus lemon joining the edgy mineral finish. This is a classy Grand Cru – regal but not imposing.

This is laced with floral, citrus, apple, honey and baking spice aromas and flavors. Takes on a linear shape, remaining persistent and building to a fine, long aftertaste of mineral and spice. Best from 2017 through 2028. 120 cases imported.??–BS??Region: France / Burgundy / Batard-Montrachet Select to Add