Château Batailley 2005
Pauillac 5ème Grand Cru Classé
Bordeaux, France
Regular price£810.00
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| Style: Red | Packaging: OWC |
| ABV: 13.0% | Closure: Cork |
| Organic: | Drink from: 2020 |
| Biodynamic: | Drink to: 2035 |
| Grapes: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc | |
Critic scores
93 RP, 92+ NM, 17 JR, 95 JA
Critic reviews
"Tasted at the Batailley vertical tasting at the château, the 2005 Batailley continues to be an excellent Pauillac that I suspect is overshadowed by some of its more illustrious and, let's not forget, more expensive neighbors. Here, it has an effervescent bouquet with vibrant red berry fruit and superb mineralité. This is extremely well focused, with hints of rose petal emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with finer tannin than in previous years. I feel there is still some oak to be fully absorbed, so don't be afraid to cellar this 2005 for another four or five years; but, even at this early stage, you can appreciate its precision on the graphite-infused finish. The 2005 Batailley is where the estate began its upward swing that is continuing to this day. Tasted April 2016."
Neal Martin, June 2017, RobertParker.com
"The 2005 Batailley is dark in hue with little aging on the rim. The nose is backward, tight and almost "moody", piqued that it did not undergo a three- to four-hour decant. Firm tannins frame the palate. The oak may not be as assimilated as the best 2005s. Dark chocolate and espresso hints develop with time in the glass. It hasn't moved much since I last tasted it, and it is just a bit formulaic. But I would keep it cellared for several more years as Batailley, in great vintages, has a propensity to age. Tasted at lunch in London."
Neal Martin, October 2022, Vinous.com
"Old school charm, well balanced, pencil lead, crayon, graphite, cassis, plum, mint leaf, signature Batailley, bounding energy, in the way that Gloria was finessed classic St Julien, this plays the same role in Pauillac. Sums up why 2005 works - so drinkable today and yet will keep on delivering for 30 years. Love this. Doesn't shout out its presence, but it just exudes confidence and restrained power. 50% new oak, Denis Dubourdieu consultant, Philippe Castéja owner."
Jane Anson, June 2022, JaneAnson.com
"Attractively well-melded nose but definitely lighter than most on the palate. Bone-dry finish. Very classic Pauillac. Should provide current pleasure. A certain mineral stoniness. GV"
Jancis Robinson, September 2025, JancisRobinson.com
Neal Martin, June 2017, RobertParker.com
"The 2005 Batailley is dark in hue with little aging on the rim. The nose is backward, tight and almost "moody", piqued that it did not undergo a three- to four-hour decant. Firm tannins frame the palate. The oak may not be as assimilated as the best 2005s. Dark chocolate and espresso hints develop with time in the glass. It hasn't moved much since I last tasted it, and it is just a bit formulaic. But I would keep it cellared for several more years as Batailley, in great vintages, has a propensity to age. Tasted at lunch in London."
Neal Martin, October 2022, Vinous.com
"Old school charm, well balanced, pencil lead, crayon, graphite, cassis, plum, mint leaf, signature Batailley, bounding energy, in the way that Gloria was finessed classic St Julien, this plays the same role in Pauillac. Sums up why 2005 works - so drinkable today and yet will keep on delivering for 30 years. Love this. Doesn't shout out its presence, but it just exudes confidence and restrained power. 50% new oak, Denis Dubourdieu consultant, Philippe Castéja owner."
Jane Anson, June 2022, JaneAnson.com
"Attractively well-melded nose but definitely lighter than most on the palate. Bone-dry finish. Very classic Pauillac. Should provide current pleasure. A certain mineral stoniness. GV"
Jancis Robinson, September 2025, JancisRobinson.com