{"product_id":"chateau-batailley-2009","title":"Château Batailley 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9008e35a-3219-4769-a972-ffe419293e18\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"26\"\u003eChâteau Batailley 2009\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Batailley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"98\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2009 | \u003cstrong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"167\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cinquième Cru Classé (Fifth Growth, 1855)\u003cbr data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot\u003cbr data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018–2045+ | \u003cstrong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"358\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"375\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fqpvuy\" data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"393\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eChâteau Batailley is one of Pauillac's oldest and most respected classified growths, renowned for producing classically styled wines that consistently offer exceptional value and longevity. The estate's gravel-rich vineyards produce Cabernet Sauvignon of remarkable purity, giving the wines their hallmark structure, depth, and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eThe outstanding 2009 vintage has endowed Château Batailley with exceptional concentration, richness, and balance. Generous dark fruit is complemented by refined tannins and the classic cedar and graphite notes that define great Pauillac. Now entering a superb drinking window, this is a beautifully harmonious wine that combines immediate appeal with the ability to continue evolving for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1857nbr\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of cassis, blackberry, and black cherry are layered with cedar, cigar box, graphite, violet, and subtle sweet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with a rich core of ripe black fruit supported by fine, polished tannins. Notes of cocoa, tobacco, liquorice, and crushed stone add complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, elegant, and persistent, with lingering cassis, cedar, and mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"j3lacs\" data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eChâteau Batailley takes its name from the historic Battle of Castillon in 1453, which marked the end of the Hundred Years' War. Today, the estate remains one of Pauillac's benchmark Fifth Growths, producing wines that faithfully express the appellation's distinctive character while offering excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13z8f5d\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats; aged for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels (around 55–60% new)\u003cbr data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~13.5–14% ABV\u003cbr data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drinking beautifully now with decanting; will continue to develop gracefully through 2045+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ti1y5t\" data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eIdeal with:\u003cbr data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003e– Roast rib of beef\u003cbr data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e– Herb-crusted lamb\u003cbr data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e– Venison and game dishes\u003cbr data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e– Duck breast\u003cbr data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003e– Mature hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2428\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 24","offer_id":54190867579213,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0405_8301cb71-1e06-48b6-935f-06d3c03fe13a.jpg?v=1783615770","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-batailley-2009","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}