1996 Louis Jadot Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru
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The Chevalier-Montrachet has a piercing, mineral-filled nose and a powerfully rich, full-bodied, extracted, crystalline, and silky character. This beautifully refined wine has layers of stones, gravel, and flower-like flavors. Its long and detailed finish reveals traces of sweet oak. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012. Importer: Kobrand, Inc., New York, NY; (212) 490-9300.
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The Wine Advocate
Pierre Rovani
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The Chevalier-Montrachet has a piercing, mineral-filled nose and a powerfully rich, full-bodied, extracted, crystalline, and silky character. This beautifully refined wine has layers of stones, gravel, and flower-like flavors. Its long and detailed finish reveals traces of sweet oak. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012. Pierre Rovani, Wine Advocate # 115 Feb 1998
The Chevalier-Montrachet has a piercing, mineral-filled nose and a powerfully rich, full-bodied, extracted, crystalline, and silky character. This beautifully refined wine has layers of stones, gravel, and flower-like flavors. Its long and detailed finish reveals traces of sweet oak. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012. Feb 1998, www.robertparker.com
More discreet, very complex aromas of spiced apple, lime, nut oil, flowers and Cuban tobacco. Extremely dense and multidimensional; the fruit really explodes on the palate. Yet extremely suave, even airy, on the palate. Finishes with uncanny grip and fabulous mounting flavor. Extraordinary juice.
About the producer
Louis Jadot is arguably the most consistent négociant house in Burgundy. It has managed to straddle both the entry-level and fine wine market, while retaining respect in both.