2012 Domaine Bouchard Pere et Fils, Montrachet Grand Cru 1x750ml

Vinous 95

The 2012 Montrachet Grand Cru has a precise nose with lemon, thyme and crushed limestone scents, gaining intensity as it blossoms in the glass. This is just very Montrachet. The palate is elegant at first, but you really feel the concentration and depth on the back palate. A silver bead of acidity keeps this on its toes, and a dash of lemon rind combines nicely with a slightly oily texture on the finish that fans out gloriously. Superb. Tasted at the mature Bouchard Pere dinner at the Domaine in Beaune. [Neal Martin, 24/04/2024]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2050

Robert Parker 94

The 2012 Montrachet Grand Cru has an introverted, stony bouquet that unlike the Chevalier Cabotte demands some coaxing from the glass. There are subtle notes of pear drop and apricot blossom that surface with time. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry with touches of blackberry leaf. This is very focused and long in the mouth, although perhaps I prefer the La Cabotte this year. Drink 2016-2030+ Although I tasted the wines of this Burgundy grand maison in London, I spent a morning with winemaker Philippe Prost to go through at least part of their large portfolio to get an insight into Bouchard Pere & Fils. Ever since Michel Bouchard established the house in 1731, it has been a permanent fixture in Burgundy, surviving seizure by the State after the Revolution, phylloxera, two World Wars and periods when the world simply was uninterested in Burgundy. Today they own 130 hectares of vines, more than any Bordeaux chateau, including 12 grand crus and 74 premier crus. Importer: Henriot Inc. and John E. Fells in the UK. [Neal Martin, 27/02/2014]

Anticipated maturity: 2016-2030