BIENVENUES BÂTARD MONTRACHET

Whiffs of honeysuckle and a curious if pretty hint of lemon meringue add breadth to the petrol and acacia blossom scented nose that is trimmed in enough wood to comment on. This too possesses a really lovely texture with its seductive, succulent and rich flavors that deliver excellent length on the balanced, stylish and very classy finish. While there is a barely perceptible touch of warmth, it is sufficiently subtle that it doesn’t materially affect the overall sense of harmony. Drinking range: 2027 - Rating: 92-95 Allen Meadows, www.Burghound.com (Jun 2021)

Aromas of orange oil, white flowers, fresh pastry, smoke, pastry cream, confit lemon and ripe pears introduce Faiveley's 2019 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru, a full-bodied, textural and enveloping wine that's satiny and incisive, with tangy acids and a seamless, elegant profile. Rating: 93 - 95+ William Kelley, The Wine Advocate (Jan 2021)

Deep yellow and green. Quite accessible but suggesting depth, mandarins, citron confit and Jérôme Flous brings out his saffron suggestion again. This is very well balanced on the palate, just a light touch of toast, very good natural acidity, fine and stylish, keeps coming on. Normal yields here. Very long. This is a bit like an over exuberant puppy. Fun at a very high level Tasted: November 2020 **** Rating: 94 - 97 Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy  (Jan 2021)