The 2010 Batard-Montrachet is impeccably refined, seamless and beautiful. Floral, minty notes develop in the glass, adding considerable lift and refinement as the wine opens up in the glass. Saline notes develop on the mid palate and through the finish. This is a vivid, crystalline Batard endowed with notable class and elegance. I find it super refined and classy. This is an impressive set of wines from Jean-Marc Boillot. The 2010s are very clearly marked by their terroirs, a departure from vintages such as 2009 and 2011, where the wines are less vivid. Boillot began harvesting on September 19th. Natural alcohols came in around 12.8%-13.2%, pretty much the same as in 2011. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802

Closed nose, but weighty and imposing on the palate, rich and full-bodied; has fine depth of fruit but lacks a little vigour, though it''s spicy, mineral, and quite long.