Weighty but not heavy, the Chartron Bâtard opens with ripe apple fruit aromas abundantly shaded with hints of spice, honey, and cream. The texture is dense and concentrated; some may find it a bit rich, especially after the crystalline purity of the wines further up the slope, but it will undoubtedly please true lovers of the appellation. Chartron farms 0.12 hectares of 60-year-old vines on the Chassagne side; the 2022 at present is still slightly closed, but in five years, it should begin to open and drink well for decades. 95 Points
Four barrels made, one new and one each from the three preceding years. A clear pale lemon colour. The opulence of the vineyard shows in a controlled manner on the palate. A little oak shows but it is classy. As with Chartron’s other wines, there is a complementary acidity which helps the balance. Drink from 2030-2038. 93-95 Points
Not the largest nose but the one that’s most ‘in place’ with superb clarity. Impact, minerality, depth of flavour and superb texture. I’d be waiting a couple of years for the (quite modest) oak to fade but here is a beautifully proportioned wine with an extra sweetness to its finishing fruit. A broad, sustained finish – such an impressive finish!
