2005 Louis Jadot Montrachet Grand Cru
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Pungent, very ripe aromas of spiced apple, marzipan, honey and hazelnut. Large-scaled, round and impressively rich, but with slightly disjointed flavors of superripe fruits, nuts and fresh herbs. Very full but not heavy. This seemed to harmonize a bit with aeration and should be superb with extended bottle aging, but I wouldn't broach a bottle now (if you do, pour it into a carafe). From the Chassagne side and thus a bit less vibrant, especially in the 2005 vintage.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Jancis Robinson MW
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Broad, rich, monumental on the nose. Sleek and rich and so round and full. SO much more than Chardonnay! Wonderful texture and great intensity of flavour that is only just starting to open out but is clearly all there and already much more expressive than the Chevalier. Long and verging on oleaginous it’s so pleasing… (JR)
Moderate oak frames more reserved white flower and acacia blossom aromas that introduce round, rich and sumptuous full-bodied flavors that possess a suave mouth feel because there is dry extract here to burn and this extract confers an almost thick but not heavy palate impression on the imposingly persistent finish. Like the Bâtard, this is presently almost painfully intense and should age well.
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.