The 2001 Bâtard-Montrachet has a brilliant lemon-yellow hue. On the nose it is subtle and fresh (still a young wine that has yet to open to its full potential) with hints of vanilla and oak. On the palate it is a deliciously potent combination of tropical fruits and caramel also with lingering oak. This is a powerful, round, full-bodied wine which will only get better with time. Tasted 22/01/03.