Sauzet Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2022

Sauzet's 2022 Bâtard represents Burgundian chardonnay at its most profound.

Opens with limestone minerality and white flowers. Honeyed stone fruits emerge—white peach, Asian pear—wrapped in subtle vanilla oak. The palate delivers immense concentration without weight. Citrus oils provide lift while hazelnut undertones add complexity. Mid-palate shows remarkable depth. Salted butter, wet stone, dried herbs. Acidity cuts through richness like a blade. Finish extends beyond thirty seconds. Chalk dust lingers with whispers of fresh brioche. This 2022 captures Sauzet's precision perfectly. Oak integration is seamless—present but never intrusive. Structure suggests fifteen years of evolution ahead. Pure Bâtard character: powerful yet elegant, rich yet focused. Exceptional vintage from master hands.

🍷 You want to understand why great Burgundy commands these prices and have patience for proper cellaring.

Pairs with: Lobster thermidor, Roasted turbot with brown butter, Aged Comté cheese, Truffle risotto