Vincent Girardin - Bâtard-Montrachet - Grand Cru

95 RP Points
96 RP Points
95 RP Points
96 RP Points
91 RP Points
93 RP Points
Vincent Girardin - Bâtard-Montrachet - Grand Cru - 2018 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Vincent Girardin - Bâtard-Montrachet - Grand Cru

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Appellation
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Grand Cru
Technical
Grapes
ABV
13%
Serving
8° - 12° C
Food Pairings
ShellfishWhite FishLobsterCrabChickenSaladsGrilled VegetablesFresh Herbs and Aromatic DishesMushroomPasta DishesCreamParmesan

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Vincent Girardin

Vincent Girardin

His reds are of consistently high quality, with the emphasis being on purity of fruit and smooth, supple tannins. However, it is with whites that he really excels,...

His reds are of consistently high quality, with the emphasis being on purity of fruit and smooth, supple tannins. However, it is with whites that he really excels, producing a range of wines which are characterised by their depth of fruit and exquisite balance. These whites are extremely approachable when young but the top crus benefit from 4-5 years of bottle ageing.

The reds are made including stems where possible, if ripe and healthy enough, and minimal handling during cuvaison: no punching down at all. As with the whites there is little reliance on new wood.

Vincent Girardin
Burgundy - Onshore Cellars

Burgundy

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy...

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy can cast fear into the heart of even a seasoned wine pro, but fear not – the region need only be as complicated as you want it to be. Yes, it is home to some of the most expensive wines in the known universe, but there are also tasty and affordable wines.

Main grapes:

Pinot Noir originated in Burgundy and these vines cover 34% of the region, accounting for 29% of overall wine production. The red grape does extremely well in limestone and clay soil, which helps create their complexity. Pinot Noir wines from Burgundy range in colour from cherry to brick, are light in body, and typically have red fruit and spicy flavours. Gamay is a red grape also grown in Burgundy, but only makes up 10% of the vines.

Chardonnay is the primary grape for white wines in Burgundy, making up 48% of the vines and 68% of production. Chardonnay appreciates Burgundy’s marl soil, which gives it delicate floral, fruit, and mineral aromas and full-bodied flavours. Aligoté is the second white grape, accounting for 6% grown. {Read more about the ancient Aligoté grape in Burgundy.}

The region does produce a sparkling wine called Crémant de Bourgogne. It can be made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Aligoté, Gamay, Sacy, and Melon. Varieties include blanc, blanc de blancs, blanc de noirs, and rosé.

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Bâtard-Montrachet - Onshore Cellars

Bâtard-Montrachet

Bâtard-Montrachet is a Grand Cru appellation located in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, straddling the communes of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. This 11.86-hectare vineyard sits on the lower slopes of...

Bâtard-Montrachet is a Grand Cru appellation located in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, straddling the communes of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. This 11.86-hectare vineyard sits on the lower slopes of the Montrachet hill, positioned between the more famous Montrachet vineyard above and the village-level vineyards below. The appellation was officially established in 1937 as part of France's AOC system.

The vineyard benefits from optimal southeast-facing exposure on limestone-rich soils with varying compositions of clay and marl. Chardonnay is the sole permitted grape variety, and production is strictly regulated with low yields mandated to ensure concentration. The terroir combines excellent drainage from the slope's elevation with sufficient clay content to retain moisture, creating ideal conditions for Chardonnay cultivation. Traditional Burgundian winemaking methods typically include barrel fermentation and aging, often with some new oak influence.

Bâtard-Montrachet produces some of Burgundy's most concentrated and age-worthy white wines. These Chardonnays display remarkable depth and complexity, typically showing mineral precision balanced with rich fruit character. The wines often exhibit notes of citrus, white flowers, and subtle oak integration when young, developing greater complexity with bottle age to reveal layers of honey, nuts, and earthy undertones. The combination of the site's terroir and Grand Cru status results in wines with exceptional longevity, often improving for two decades or more.

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