{"product_id":"chateau-batailley-pauillac-1891-075-l","title":"Chateau Batailley - Pauillac     1891  - 0,75 l","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Batailley Pauillac 1891 is a remarkable late-19th-century Bordeaux from one of the Médoc’s most celebrated appellations. Produced at a historic Pauillac estate and classified as a Cinquième Cru in the 1855 Classification, this vintage offers collectors a rare opportunity to experience a wine from an exceptionally distant era. As with all wines of this age, provenance, fill level and storage history are essential considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is described as deep red in colour, although a bottle from 1891 may naturally show garnet, brick or amber tones at the rim as a result of its long maturation. Its mature bouquet is expected to be complex and layered, combining evolved black-fruit notes with spice, leather and tobacco, alongside the savoury, earthy nuances associated with very old Bordeaux.\n\nOn the palate, it is described as full-bodied and concentrated, with refreshing acidity and a long, persistent finish. At more than a century old, the wine is likely to be delicate and fully mature rather than youthful; its condition and provenance will have a significant influence on the tasting experience. It is best enjoyed soon after opening rather than held for further ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Pauillac red is traditionally associated with a classic Médoc blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The gravel-rich soils of Pauillac are particularly well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, encouraging structured, age-worthy wines. Specific details regarding the 1891 harvest, grape proportions, vinification and maturation are not available, so the bottle should be appreciated as a historic expression of its estate and vintage rather than assessed by modern production standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts mature, savoury character makes it a fitting partner for refined dishes such as roast lamb, game, beef or carefully prepared poultry, while aged cheeses can complement its earthy and leathery tones. Serve slightly cool, around 16–18°C. Open gently and inspect for sediment; because very old wine can be fragile, decant only if necessary and preferably just before serving, or pour carefully from the bottle after allowing it to rest upright.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Batailley is a historic estate in Pauillac, on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, and takes its name from a medieval battle believed to have taken place on the property. It was included among the Fifth Growths of the 1855 Classification, a distinction that underlines its long-standing reputation in the Médoc. The estate is known for traditionally styled Pauillac wines built around Cabernet Sauvignon, with the gravelly terroir contributing structure, depth and ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Batailley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54617096159569,"sku":"GWCOM-AR000860","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/AR000860.png?v=1787088880","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chateau-batailley-pauillac-1891-075-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}