Bouchard Père & Fils Monthélie 2019
A$110.00
In stock
750ml
Bouchard Père & Fils
Burgundy, France
Description
Renowned and respected as one of the finest producers in
Burgundy, Bouchard Père et Fils has truly become an institution, known for the
exceptional quality of their wines and the diversity of its many vineyards.
Founded in 1731, Bouchard Père et Fils has built up an estate of 130ha and,
collectively, is the largest owner of Grand Crus (12ha) and Premier Crus (74ha)
across the Côte d’Or. Bouchard Père et Fils represents almost one hundred climates
or uniquely diverse vineyards, including prestigious monopoles such as ‘Beaune
Grèves Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus’ and ‘Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte’.
Situated between Volnay and Mersault, the village of Monthélie is not as well-known as its famous cousins. Nevertheless, the first traces of vineyards here date back to the 9th century. The Monthélie red is a handsome ruby colour. The aromas are of small red and black fruits (cherry, blackcurrant) with sometimes floral notes (violet, peony) which with age shift towards underbrush, bracken, and spices. The firm and velvety texture overlie delicate tannins. Monthélie, like Volnay, these wines are more feminine.
Ratings
Score
91 points
Reviewer
Decanter
Review
Perfumed and aromatic, the nose is redolent of violets and high-toned red berry fruit. On the palate, however, there is good ripeness and depth of flavour to the fruit. Not hugely substantial, but this is well-balanced and elegant, with lots of finesse.
Score
88 - 90 points
Reviewer
Robert Parker
Review
Bright and charming, the 2019 Monthélie Village bursts with aromas of cassis, cherries, sweet soil tones, and potpourri. Medium-bodied, lively and perfumed, it's elegant and mineral, with a pretty core of fruit and a mouthwatering finish. This is turning out very nicely.
