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Score 98/100 · Drink 2018-2035, Neal Martin, May 2019

The 1998 Montrachet Grand Cru has a quite brilliant bouquet. There is clearly laser-like precision, the aromatics appearing to shimmer with mineralité . If you have ever been caving in a limestone pavement, as I did as a student, then the aromatics reminded me of that memorable experience. The palate is beautifully balanced with a perfect line of acidity, ineffably precise so much so that you barely perceive the intensity and depth on the finish. It might be a notch below the transcendental 1998 Montrachet from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, but a very small notch. Tasted at the La Paulée in Beaune.

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95
95/100

Average Score

98
98/100

Neal Martin

93
91-94/100

Pierre Rovani

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95 points
Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
Score 95/100 · Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy, Feb 2005

91 - 94 points
Pierre Rovani
Score 91-94/100 · Drink 2003-2010, Pierre Rovani, Apr 2000

Ramonet's multi-dimensional 1998 Montrachet is certainly one of the stars of the vintage. Its spice, star anise, toasted oak, and mineral-scented nose gives way to a rich, broad, powerful character. Medium to full-bodied, and exhibiting layers of ripe apples, white pears, and stone-like flavors, this is an intense, concentrated, compelling effort. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2010. Importer: Seagram Chateau & Estate Wines Company, New York, NY; tel (212) 572-7725.

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Domaine Ramonet
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Product details

Grape Blend

Chardonnay

Colour

White

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

14%

Classification

Grand Cru

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