2022 - Criots-Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru, Fontaine-Gagnard

Country: France |
Region: Burgundy |
Appellation: Criots-Batard-Montrachet |
Producer: Fontaine-Gagnard |
Classification: Grand Cru |
Colour: White |
ABV: 13.5% |
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Tasting Notes

94-96
Vinous Neal Martin - 17 Jan 24
The 2022 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru has a terse, stony bouquet with touches of granite, orange pith and grilled walnut aromas that gradually gather momentum in the glass. The palate is very well-balanced, with a reductive note lending tension and poise. Surfeit with energy, this fans out wonderfully and is one of the longest in the mouth. Due to be bottled next spring, this is a magnificent Criots.
Drinking Date: 2027 - 2045
18
Jancis Robinson Andy Howard - 18 Jan 24
Extra weight and presence as expected from the grand cru. A hint of smokiness on the nose. A lovely Criots which has persistence, lashings of freshening acidity and the oak for longer ageing. Manages to be elegant as well as a wine with concentrated reserves of power. Very fine and long on the finish. (AWH)
Drinking Date: 2026 - 2038
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