Château Batailley - Grand Cru Classé Pauillac
Vintage: | 2016 |
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Description: | Château Batailley, a 5th Growth Pauillac of the famed 1855 Classification, is Borie-Manoux's flagship property. The name is derived from the battle (bataille) that took place during the Hundred Years' War around 1453, designating where the château and vineyard are today. Batailley is a classic and very typical Pauillac, with cassis and currant flavors and a very firm structure. Dark ruby/purple in appearance Chateau Batailley strikes the nose with classic aromas of red and black currant along with cedar and earth. The wine is full-bodied on the palate with wonderful spice and structure. "Shows beautiful, ripe cabernet aromas with currants, plums, meat and smoke. Flowers, too. Full body, deep and ripe fruit and exquisite, ripe tannins. Flavorful finish. Tight right now, but shows excellent potential. Best ever." - 96 points, James Suckling "Matured in 60% new oak. It has an |
Price: | $ 118.00 |
Price in original currency: | None |