The 2017 Henri Boillot Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru is a powerful and full-bodied yet elegant and vivacious white Burgundy, showcasing the exceptional quality of the 2017 vintage in Burgundy, which was generally very good despite the vines recovering from a challenging 2016 growing season. This Chardonnay offers incredibly intense notes of white peach, pear, mandarin, white flowers, and nuts. Aromas of mandarin, orange blossom, musky peaches, honeycomb, and anise lead to a broad, textural attack with a nicely controlled, tangy mid-palate and a lingering saline finish. It is described as dense, tactile, and deep, with a sappy, mineral-driven character that already displays Grand Cru class. 【One of the finest renditions of Bâtard-Montrachet along the Côte】. This sensational release will undoubtedly require further cellaring but will handsomely reward those with patience. 🍴 Food Pairing: This buttery and complex white wine pairs beautifully with chicken and turkey dishes. Consider roasted chicken with herbs, turkey roulade with a creamy sauce, or even richer seafood like pan-seared scallops or lobster thermidor. For a more Eastern-inspired pairing, try it with steamed fish in a delicate white sauce or a rich, creamy chicken curry. 🥂 Event Suggestions: Perfect for a celebratory dinner, a special anniversary, or a sophisticated gathering where a truly exceptional white Burgundy will be appreciated. Its aging potential also makes it an excellent candidate for a wine collector's cellar, to be enjoyed on a momentous occasion in the future.