Produced from a monopole (solely owned) vineyard, the ruby-colored Savigny-Les-Beaune La Batailliere reveals a gorgeous purity of sweet dark cherries and blackberries. On the palate, the wine has a silky, supple, medium-bodied personality redolent with blueberry and red fruit flavors. Its long finish ends with ripe tannin. Drink 1998-2005. The 1995 offerings are the most complete wines produced at Albert Morot since 1990.
The 1995s were tasted twice, first in January, and most recently at the end of June, both times from barrel. My notes were consistent.
As always, ratings with a score in parentheses indicate the wine was tasted from cask, not bottle.
Burgundy aficionados and neophytes who are shocked at the high prices demanded by this region's top wines should search out Morot's offerings. They are delicious, supple yet structured, powerful and elegant expressions of Pinot Noir. Moreover, they are respectful to their respective terroirs - and are great values! These wines, which can be drunk young, can also age well, as was demonstrated by two superb 1983s (Beaune Bressandes and Beaune Cent Vignes) I recently tasted.
Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel (202) 832-9083.
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