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Château Bellefont-Belcier 2016

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe AOC

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  • 94pts, James Suckling, 2017

A superb pedigree Saint Emilion from a very good vintage. Awarded 95 points by James Suckling, it's from a Grand Cru Classé estate neighbouring some seriously prestigious vineyards. A beautifully poised, richly layered claret. Delicious now or age.

A superb pedigree Saint Emilion from a very good vintage. Awarded 95 points by James Suckling, it's from a Grand Cru Classé estate neighbouring some seriously prestigious vineyards. A beautifully poised, richly layered claret. Delicious now or age.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Ripe red berries and liquorice; polished tannins; lingering earthiness

Aroma

Striking freshness; floral, ripe cassis, dark plum, cedar

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Château Bellefont-Belcier 2016

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  • 13.5% ABV
  • 10.13 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2035

Château Bellefont-Belcier is a Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion and with Michel Rolland as consultant, you can be certain of a fine, sumptuous wine. Its name is a tribute to the many natural springs near to the château (belle fontaine) and to its founder, Count Louis François de Belcier. Ideally situated on the southern slopes, it's just a stone's throw from the prestigious vineyards of Châteaux Pavie, Larcis Ducasse and Château Tertre Roteboeuf. In this enviable position, Bellefont Belcier produces seriously intense wines, with superb balance, depth and longevity. For drinking now, open early and decant. It is only just beginning to open out. Best paired with classic red meat dishes or with a rich vegetarian casserole, gentle on the spices.

"full-bodied, concentrated and muscular. Loads of layered black fruit in the mid-palate" Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Wine Advocate, 93+ points
Map showing Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe AOC
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