2003 Château Batailley, Pauillac, Bordeaux

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2003 Château Batailley, Pauillac, BordeauxCh. Batailley is one of the successes of the 2003 vintage, a famous heatwave year. The wine is clearly at its prime, with woodland and savoury aromas and lingering notes of black fruit confit. The influence of the vintage conditions is presented by the reassuringly solid palate, and the tannins play an important role in supporting the fruit, delivering contrast and delineation. Batailley 03 is at, or close to, its peak now; it should continue to

timeless quality with notes of almonds and dried fruit underpinned by a firm streak of acidity and a smoky backdrop

ripe red berries fill the palate

it is made from 55% Aÿ

stewed fruit and a slight earthiness

but these are enveloped in a luxurious texture and weight

All this is wrapped in a moderately austere finish where the acidity is mildly drying

exotic fruit flavours

The finish is bracing

and the rest Meunier

definition and gourmandise

Antonio Galloni - Wine Advocate - Issue#201 Jun 2012

though the core Dujac principles of elegance and intensity remain firmly in place