Château Batailley 2017

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Château Batailley 2017

Producer: Château Batailley | Appellation: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2017 | Classification: 5ème Cru Classé (1855)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window: 2023–2045+ | Aging Potential: 25+ years

The Wine

The 2017 Château Batailley is a classic and finely structured Pauillac, shaped by a challenging vintage that ultimately favoured estates with strong terroirs and meticulous vineyard management. Batailley delivered a wine of balance, freshness, and traditional restraint, showcasing graphite-laced Cabernet fruit, refined tannins, and excellent ageing potential.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, and blackberry, layered with notes of cedar, graphite, tobacco leaf, and subtle spice.

Palate: Medium to full-bodied, with a focused core of dark fruit framed by firm yet polished tannins. Hints of pencil lead, earth, and savoury herbs add depth and complexity.

Finish: Long, precise, and classically styled, with lingering dark fruit, mineral, and oak notes.

Producer Details

Château Batailley is one of Pauillac’s historic Fifth Growths, classified in 1855 and renowned for producing traditional, age-worthy wines. Owned by the Casteja family, the estate’s gravelly vineyards and classical winemaking approach consistently yield wines that express Pauillac’s hallmark structure and longevity.

Wine Details

Vinification: Traditional fermentation in stainless steel vats; aged 16–18 months in French oak barrels (approximately 55% new)
Alcohol Content: ~13–13.5% ABV
Cellaring: Approachable from 2023, with optimal drinking expected between 2028–2045+

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with:
– Roast lamb or beef
– Côte de boeuf
– Duck breast
– Grilled meats
– Aged hard cheeses