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Vincent Girardin Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019 750ml

size
750ml
country
France
region
Burgundy
appellation
Cote De Beaune
subappellation
Montrachet
WA
97
BH
96
DC
94
VM
93
Additional vintages
WA
97
Rated 97 by Wine Advocate
The brilliant 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru soars from the glass with aromas of pear, hazelnuts, orange oil, confit citrus, pastry cream and freshly baked bread. Full-bodied, deep and layered, it's vibrant and concentrated, with high mid-palate volume and impressive structural tension. Concluding with a long, resonant finish, this can stand alongside the vineyard's finest exemplars. ... More details
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Vincent Girardin Le Montrachet Grand Cru 2019 750ml

SKU 886278
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Professional Ratings
WA
97
BH
96
DC
94
VM
93
WA
97
Rated 97 by Wine Advocate
The brilliant 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru soars from the glass with aromas of pear, hazelnuts, orange oil, confit citrus, pastry cream and freshly baked bread. Full-bodied, deep and layered, it's vibrant and concentrated, with high mid-palate volume and impressive structural tension. Concluding with a long, resonant finish, this can stand alongside the vineyard's finest exemplars.
BH
96
Rated 96 by Burghound
93-96 A restrained and markedly spicy nose blends notes of ripe white and yellow peach with those of acacia blossom, rose petal and jasmine tea-like nuances. Once again there is a really lovely texture to the highly energetic broad-shouldered flavors that possess very good if not great density, but the mouthfeel is quite sleek and extends to the austere, balanced and precise finale. This is also exceptionally classy and beautifully well-balanced and should amply repay extended cellaring.
DC
94
Rated 94 by Decanter
Two casks purchased as must from a large holding on the Puligny side of Montrachet. Here the grapes were picked very late, at almost 15% potential alcohol, and this is really extra-rich, with super-ripe apple fruit, spice and a floral note that is almost honeysuckle. Despite all this richness, the terroir is such that there is still enough freshness on the palate to bring the wine back into an elegant balance.
VM
93
Rated 93 by Vinous Media
91-93 The 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru comprises two barrels of purchased must this year. "There was incredible ripeness here, up to 15° final alcohol," Eric Suremain forewarned me. I have to say that this comes across on the powerful nose, which does not quite articulate the nuance of this legendary vineyard as a cooler vintage might. The palate is balanced with a fine bead of acidity that maintains freshness. A heady and opulent Montrachet - for want of a better word, quite "fun" to drink - but is it a vrai Montrachet? This is not the only address in the Côte d'Or where I preferred the Bâtard-Montrachet.
Winery
A ripe nose, very profound and classy. The most alcohol, too and the thickest texture. Massive, long, pungent and persistent fruit. Very, very long on the palate, warm and intense. The flavors are bursting out and there’s amazing length on the palate and it finishes with a touch of salt. An amazing wine, and it stands apart from the others. The flavors continue on after you drink it. Killer.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
France
region
Burgundy
appellation
Cote De Beaune
subappellation
Montrachet
Additional vintages
Overview
The brilliant 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru soars from the glass with aromas of pear, hazelnuts, orange oil, confit citrus, pastry cream and freshly baked bread. Full-bodied, deep and layered, it's vibrant and concentrated, with high mid-palate volume and impressive structural tension. Concluding with a long, resonant finish, this can stand alongside the vineyard's finest exemplars.
green grapes

Varietal: Chardonnay

In the past couple of decades, the sales of wines made with Chardonnay grapes has risen and fallen more than once. For many people, this green skinned grape was marred by a poor reputation for bland and uninteresting wines, a great shame considering the fact that Chardonnay grapes have proven time and time again to be interesting, versatile and full of surprises. Most commonly, fine Chardonnay wines are buttery, smooth and creamy as a result of malolactic fermentation, yet with hints of tropical fruits and orchard fruits such as apples and pears. What is most remarkable about Chardonnay grapes, however, is the fact that unlike many other 'white' grapes, they are exceptionally good at holding the characteristics of their terroir in the bottle. As such, despite their fluctuating reputation, this is one grape varietal which produces constantly surprising, impressive and varied wines.
barrel

Region: Burgundy

The wines which come out of the Burgundy region of France are regularly hailed as amongst the finest in the world, with the area now being synonymous with quality red wines of exceptional flavor, character and aroma. However, Burgundy is no newcomer to the world of fine wines, with the earliest recordings of the quality of this region's produce dating back to the 6th century, and archaeological evidence suggesting that vineyards had been cultivated there for over two thousand years. Today, there are dozens of controlled appellations within Burgundy, each producing exceptional wines typical of the region. The whole area benefits greatly from hot summers and mild, long autumnal periods, which, when coupled with the generations of expertise of the wineries in Burgundy, consistently produces superb wines for the world's enjoyment.
fields

Country: France

French winemakers are subjected to several laws and regulations regarding the wines they produce, and how they can be labeled and sold. Such procedures are designed to increase the overall quality of the country's produce, and also to ensure that wines made in each particular region or appellation are of a character and type which is representative of the area. Thankfully for consumers of wine world-wide, the French have a particularly high reputation to uphold, and seem to do so flawlessly. Every year, wineries from all over France produce millions upon millions of bottles of fine wine, making the most of their native grape varieties and the excellent terrain which covers most of the country. From the expensive and exquisite red wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy, to the white wines and cremants of central France, the French are dedicated to providing the world with wines of the highest quality and most distinctive character.
bottle and glass

Appellation: Cote De Beaune

The historic and utterly enchanting French region of Cote De Beaune has been producing what are widely regarded as many of the world's finest wines for centuries. The wine industry in Cote De Beaune predominantly revolves around the cultivation and processing of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, which flourish under the hot summer sunshine which typifies the area. Mineral rich soils, sea breezes and centuries of experience and expertise help in growing these characterful grapes and transforming them into something truly remarkable. Cote De Beaune white wines tend to be intense, packed full of fascinating fruit flavors and plenty of mineral character, thanks to the fine features of the terroir being expressed through the juice of the Chardonnay grapes. The red wines, on the other hand, are very good indeed - light, fruity and irresistible.
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green grapes

Varietal: Chardonnay

In the past couple of decades, the sales of wines made with Chardonnay grapes has risen and fallen more than once. For many people, this green skinned grape was marred by a poor reputation for bland and uninteresting wines, a great shame considering the fact that Chardonnay grapes have proven time and time again to be interesting, versatile and full of surprises. Most commonly, fine Chardonnay wines are buttery, smooth and creamy as a result of malolactic fermentation, yet with hints of tropical fruits and orchard fruits such as apples and pears. What is most remarkable about Chardonnay grapes, however, is the fact that unlike many other 'white' grapes, they are exceptionally good at holding the characteristics of their terroir in the bottle. As such, despite their fluctuating reputation, this is one grape varietal which produces constantly surprising, impressive and varied wines.
barrel

Region: Burgundy

The wines which come out of the Burgundy region of France are regularly hailed as amongst the finest in the world, with the area now being synonymous with quality red wines of exceptional flavor, character and aroma. However, Burgundy is no newcomer to the world of fine wines, with the earliest recordings of the quality of this region's produce dating back to the 6th century, and archaeological evidence suggesting that vineyards had been cultivated there for over two thousand years. Today, there are dozens of controlled appellations within Burgundy, each producing exceptional wines typical of the region. The whole area benefits greatly from hot summers and mild, long autumnal periods, which, when coupled with the generations of expertise of the wineries in Burgundy, consistently produces superb wines for the world's enjoyment.
fields

Country: France

French winemakers are subjected to several laws and regulations regarding the wines they produce, and how they can be labeled and sold. Such procedures are designed to increase the overall quality of the country's produce, and also to ensure that wines made in each particular region or appellation are of a character and type which is representative of the area. Thankfully for consumers of wine world-wide, the French have a particularly high reputation to uphold, and seem to do so flawlessly. Every year, wineries from all over France produce millions upon millions of bottles of fine wine, making the most of their native grape varieties and the excellent terrain which covers most of the country. From the expensive and exquisite red wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy, to the white wines and cremants of central France, the French are dedicated to providing the world with wines of the highest quality and most distinctive character.
bottle and glass

Appellation: Cote De Beaune

The historic and utterly enchanting French region of Cote De Beaune has been producing what are widely regarded as many of the world's finest wines for centuries. The wine industry in Cote De Beaune predominantly revolves around the cultivation and processing of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, which flourish under the hot summer sunshine which typifies the area. Mineral rich soils, sea breezes and centuries of experience and expertise help in growing these characterful grapes and transforming them into something truly remarkable. Cote De Beaune white wines tend to be intense, packed full of fascinating fruit flavors and plenty of mineral character, thanks to the fine features of the terroir being expressed through the juice of the Chardonnay grapes. The red wines, on the other hand, are very good indeed - light, fruity and irresistible.