2020 Domaine Leflaive, Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru 6x750ml

Vinous 96

The 2020 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is more backward on the nose compared to the Bienvenue at the moment despite rigorous coaxing. The palate has impressive weight and density, perhaps less finesse than the more approachable Bienvenue at the moment but with more aging potential. It feels long on the saline finish, but it’s surly at this early stage. [Neal Martin, 01/05/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2050

Robert Parker 95

The 2020 Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru has turned out very well indeed, offering up aromas of pear, orange oil, white flowers, nutmeg and freshly baked bread, framed by a subtle touch of youthful reduction. Full-bodied, satiny and elegantly muscular, it’s racy and concentrated, with more mid-palate plenitude and chalky structure than the more delicate Bienvenues. [William Kelley, 12/31/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2050

JancisRobinson.com 18

Tank sample. Another, lithe, toned-up Bâtard. On the one hand broad, but athletic too. Brice de la Morandière notes this is not as imposing a wine as it has been in the past. (MH) [12/02/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2030-2040