Among the most emblematic crus of the Côte de Beaune, the Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 from Louis Jadot embodies the contained power and luminous grace of great Burgundian Chardonnay. On the border of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet, on limestone marl and clay soils, this legendary terroir shapes a wine of architectural breadth, where the material unfolds with precision and depth. Founded in 1859, Louis Jadot perpetuates masterful know-how, from parcel selection to élevage, preserving the purity of the site and the signature of the vintage. 2022, sun-kissed and harmonious, offers generous fruit elevated by a mineral thread that propels the wine with majesty. Hand-picked, gently pressed and fermented in the house cooperage's barrels, with about one third new, this Grand Cru matured for nearly fifteen months on fine lees, gaining complexity, volume and a silky mouthfeel. On the palate, everything evokes a crafted work—an uncommon balance of amplitude, precision and persistence, destined for enthusiasts seeking lasting gastronomic emotions.

Blend and winemaking

This dry white wine is a 100% Chardonnay, harvested on the Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru during the 2022 vintage. Hand-picking preserves the integrity of the berries, while careful pressing extracts their quintessence. Fermentation takes place in oak barrels, with about one third new, then an ageing of around 15 months on fine lees brings creaminess, structure and complexity without ever betraying the terroir's identity. The subtle oak patina supports the fruit without overpowering it, for a style that is both sculpted and expansive.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Bright and deep, with a clear brilliance and slow legs that reveal superb concentration. The visual radiance announces a rich texture and a generous mid-palate.
• Nose : A complex bouquet combining ripe stone fruits, vivid citrus and white flowers. Hints of toasted bread, vanilla, gentle warm spices and dried fruits unfold with restraint, while a mineral imprint adds definition and uprightness.
• Palate : Generous attack, caressing yet structured texture. The mid-palate marries flesh and tension, supported by perfectly integrated acidity. The very long finish recalls ripe fruit, a fine toasty note and a mineral energy that extends the pleasure with elegance.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve this Grand Cru between 12 and 14 °C in glasses suited to great Burgundian whites to reveal its aromatic complexity and satin texture. It is advisable to open the bottle a few minutes before serving to encourage the bouquet to broaden. Store in a cool, dark cellar with controlled humidity to preserve its ageing potential. This 2022 already expresses itself brilliantly, but will gain in harmony with a few years of cellar time.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : seafood canapés, delicate crab rillettes, crispy parmesan tartlets.
• Starters : scallop carpaccio, poached lobster, langoustine ravioli in a clear broth.
• Main courses : roasted turbot, sole meunière, farm chicken in cream, morel sauce, gently reduced jus.
• Cheeses : mature comté, aged parmesan, soft, lightly salted brie.
• Desserts : delicate citrus tart with low sugar, roasted peach, hazelnut entremets with very moderate sweetness.

Occasions

The Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 is the perfect companion for your most carefully curated moments :

• To celebrate a milestone event with panache and restraint.
• At a gastronomic dinner where the dialogue between cuisine and wine becomes total art.
• As an exceptional gift for a knowledgeable lover or to enrich an outstanding cellar.

Details

• Name : Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2022, Louis Jadot
• Appellation : Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru AOC
• Type : Dry white wine, rich and structured
• Vintage : 2022
• Grape : Chardonnay (100%)
• Alcohol : approximately 13.5% vol.
• Ageing : about 15 months on fine lees in oak barrels, with around one third new
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : great ageing potential depending on cellar conditions
• Serving temperature : 12 to 14 °C