Domaine d’Auvenay claims its third spot on this list with this Chardonnay from Bâtard-Montrachet. The secret? In the words of William Kelley, “Lalou Bize-Leroy is making wines not for the present, but for eternity.” With an aging window of 20 to 30 years, this gem can be enjoyed by generations of wine lovers.
Domaine d’Auvenay Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru makes its presence felt with tangy acids, a fleshy body, and a smooth, honeyed finish. Critics have compared it to a more dynamic version of the estate’s Enseignières. (A single bottle of Enseignières retails for around $10,313.)
If you’re in the market for “cheap” wines from Domaine d’Auvenary, here are your most budget friendly options:
Domaine d’Auvenay Bourgogne Aligote Sous Chatelet, $4,992
Domaine d’Auvenay Chambolle-Musigny, $6,310
Domaine d’Auvenay Auxey-Duresses, $6,349
Domaine d’Auvenay Auxey-Duresses Les Boutonniers, $6,816
Domaine d’Auvenay Auxey-Duresses Les Clous, $7,153
