The Bachelet-Monnot Pommard Premier Cru Les Chanlins 2021 is an exquisite testament to outstanding viticulture and winemaking. This fine wine is the result of passion and commitment of the Bachelet-Monnot brothers, hailing from the heart of Burgundy's best vineyards in Pommard. Produced with the highest quality Pinot Noir grapes, the wine showcases the glorious potential of this world-renowned terroir.

Matured in French oak barrels, the Bachelet-Monnot Pommard Premier Cru Les Chanlins 2021 exudes a vibrant, deep crimson hue, with a luscious palate of red cherries and wild berries, underpinned by whispers of earthy spices and fine-grained tannins. Its endearing balance and graceful ageing potential make this Premier Cru a quintessential addition to the discerning enthusiast's collection.

Embracing sustainable farming and rigorous vineyard management, the Bachelet-Monnot estate continues to weave a compelling narrative of authenticity and excellence, further epitomised by the exceptional Bachelet-Monnot Pommard Premier Cru Les Chanlins 2021.

Indulge in the exquisite experience of Bachelet-Monnot, Pommard 2022. Produced in the celebrated Pommard appellation of Burgundy, France, this Pinot Noir exemplifies Bachelet-Monnot's unwavering commitment to superior viticulture and winemaking. Brothers Marc and Alexandre Bachelet-Monnot inherited this commitment resulting in meticulously hand-crafted wine, bearing the signature of concentrated, pure fruit flavours, firmly structured deep red hue, and balanced tannins. Bachelet-Monnot, due to its principled approach to sustainable cultivation and barrel-ageing process, exhibits earthy undertones, enhancing the natural minerality and terroir.

The Bachelet-Monnot, Pommard 2022, exemplifies the art of winemaking. It’s a remarkable depiction of the unique climatic expressions of the year 2022, encapsulated through a rich raspberry and cherry bouquet, intermingling with hints of spice and truffle. Ideal for ageing, this offering has the potential to surprise with its ever-evolving complexity. Enjoy the magic of Burgundy in this breathtaking creation. Dive into authentic French viticulture with Bachelet-Monnot, Pommard 2022.

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (88-91)

Chanlins makes up two thirds of this cuvee with one third from La Vache (since 2022). 50% whole bunch vinification, while a bit more new wood (one third) has been used as they feel Pommard merits it. Mid purple, the fruit slightly more subdued though there is obviously plenty of it beneath. Certainly, the deep red raspberry fruit fills out the middle of the palate, with softly managed tannins at the finish. Drink from 2027-2032. Tasted Nov 2024.

Vinous (95)

The 2017 Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières 1er Cru sports quite a bit of reduction on the nose that makes the terroir and fruit profile difficult to read. The palate is well balanced, taut and fresh, with a fine bead of acidity and good depth; quite powerful for a Folatières. Fine bitter lemon notes surface on the finish, which is very sapid and more-ish. A long-term wine but well worth cellaring. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune.

Vinous (93)

The 2018 Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières 1er Cru is still backward and reticent on the nose, gunflint and light smoky aromas gently unfold from the glass. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, a little more weighty than expected with touches of apricot and quince towards the citrus-fresh finish that leaves a residue of spice on the tongue. Excellent.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2019 Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières 1er Cru displays more mineral tension and energy on the nose compared to the Le Referts. It is very focused with wet limestone, apple blossom and a touch of blackcurrant leaf. The palate is well balanced with a touch of white chocolate on the entry, more expressive and deeper than the Les Referts with more tension and terroir expression on the finish. Excellent.

Vinous - Neal Martin (92)

The 2021 Puligny-Montrachet Les Referts 1er Cru clearly has some reduction on the nose although, unlike some others, this seems proportionate and not fixed. It does not detract from the freshness or delineation. The palate is taut and fresh on the entry. Again, predictably, there is some reduction but it feels complete and full with impressive weight and depth on the finish. Tuck this away for a couple of years - there is promise here. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.

Crafted with utmost precision, the Bachelet-Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Referts 2022 is indeed a wonder in white. Weaved in Burgundy's prestigious Puligny-Montrachet region by Bachelet-Monnot, a forward-thinking, meticulous duo of brothers, renowned for their precision, purity and elegance. This wine embodies the absolute essence of Les Referts terroir.

Using hand-picked Chardonnay grapes, the wine is delicately aged in French oak barrels. Every step meticulously conducted to preserve the fruit’s natural nuances. The result is a profound balance of refinement and intensity. It unfolds beautifully, revealing layers of stone fruit, crisp green apple, and nuanced minerality, underscored by a brilliant, racy acidity.

With a truly superb structure and graceful ageing potential, the Bachelet-Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Referts 2022 will captivate the discerning palate, marking an exquisite epitome of Burgundian finesse.

Vinous (90-92)

The 2021 Puligny-Montrachet Village has a strict, petrichor/wet limestone-scented bouquet, focused but not powerful. The palate is well balanced with a sappy entry, fine depth for a Village Cru and beautifully-judged acidity. A dab of spice enlivens the finish. This is an excellent, citrus-driven Puligny.

Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)

The 2023 Puligny-Montrachet Village comes from four lieux-dits. It has a lifted nose with green apple, a touch of petrichor and just a small reduction. The palate is well balanced with lovely poise. Touches of noisettes and orange rind build through the harmonious and persistent finish. Excellent.

The Bachelet Monnot Santenay Blanc 2020 is a meticulously crafted Burgundy wine from one of the region's most innovative, small-scale producers. The brothers Marc and Alexandre Bachelet have demonstrated their adeptness at delivering distinctive, well-structured, and complex wines since launching their vineyard in 2005. For their Santenay Blanc, the brothers carefully select grapes from limestone-rich terroirs in the village of Santenay, renowned for prestigious Chardonnay.

Fermented and aged in French oak barrels, the wine balances creamy textures with vibrant freshness, offering ripened notes of citron, pear and almond. Its mineral-driven profile reflects the distinctive terroir, showcasing the quintessence of fine white Burgundy. Patient cellaring will further unlock its complexities and nuances within the next decade.

As epitomised by the Bachelet Monnot Santenay Blanc 2020, the mark of Bachelet Monnot on a bottle signifies diligent craftsmanship and a compelling representation of Burgundy's diversity.

Vinous - Neal Martin (88-90)

The 2023 Santenay Blanc comes from limestone soils and was one of the early pickings of this vintage. It has a primal nose with grapefruit and leesy aromas. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity and fresh apricot, those limestone soils shaping the sharp citrus finish. There is plenty of freshness here.