• Hubert Lamy
  • Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru Haute Densité

    At a Glance

    • Size: 0.05 ha (0.12 ac)
    • Variety: Chardonnay
    • Vine Age: Planted in 1975
    • Terroir: On the southern border of Bâtard-Montrachet, stony soil with less clay, planted with density of 20,000 to 25,000 vines per hectare
    • Viticulture: Lutte raisonnée, organic methods
    • Vinification: Gentle pressing, light settling, slow fermentation. Aged for 18 months in 300L and 600L barrels (0-10% new oak), 6-12 months in tank.

    Additional Info

    Olivier makes so little of this Grand Cru that he actually hand-bottles this wine.