{"product_id":"domaine-leflaive-batard-montrachet-grand-cru-2009-1","title":"Domaine Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2009 is one of Burgundy’s most prestigious white wines, combining rare depth, power, and refinement from a legendary Grand Cru site. Crafted entirely from Chardonnay and shaped by Domaine Leflaive’s biodynamic philosophy, it offers an authentic expression of one of the Côte de Beaune’s most celebrated terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a brilliant golden hue that hints at its concentration and maturity. The bouquet is layered and expressive, with aromas of citrus fruit, baked apple, toasted nuts, honey, and a strong mineral thread that adds lift and precision.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is intense and broad, with a creamy texture, vivid freshness, and superb balance. Notes of butter, vanilla, and wet stone carry through the long, refined finish, while its structure suggests outstanding aging potential and the ability to evolve beautifully over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the Grand Cru vineyard of Bâtard-Montrachet, positioned between Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet and Le Montrachet, this wine comes from one of the most revered limestone-rich terroirs in Burgundy. Domaine Leflaive farms according to biodynamic principles, with natural fermentation and careful barrel aging in French oak, including a well-judged proportion of new oak to enhance complexity without masking the wine’s finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Grand Cru pairs beautifully with luxurious dishes such as lobster, foie gras, truffle-based preparations, and mature cheeses. Serve it at around 12°C for the best expression of its aromas and texture, and consider decanting if the wine is still showing youthful restraint, though older bottles may be better served with minimal aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Leflaive is one of Burgundy’s most respected white wine estates, renowned for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and benchmark Chardonnay. Based in Puligny-Montrachet, the domaine has helped define the modern reputation of Burgundy’s top white wines and is widely admired for producing wines of purity, precision, and remarkable longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Leflaive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252396773713,"sku":"FW-974","price":1471.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/leflaivebatardmontrachet2009-31.png?v=1783444470","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/domaine-leflaive-batard-montrachet-grand-cru-2009-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}