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Château Bellefont-Belcier 2018

Château Bellefont-Belcier

2018
92+
PARKER
16
JANCIS ROBINSON
95
SUCKLING
90
WINE SPECTATOR
94
DECANTER
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Spec sheet

TypeRed wine
Region
Grapes
Producer
AllergensContains sulfites
Alcohol contenti14.5%
Production55,000 bottles

The wine

Located on the left bank of the Bordeaux region, the magnificent vineyard of Château Bellefont-Belcier covers 13.5 hectares with vines planted on a magnificent terroir thanks to the clay-limestone and molasses soils of Fronsadais. The vines are subject to plot management by practicing natural grassing while respecting the balance of the environment. The wines are vinified in concrete vats and no addition of sulfur takes place during fermentation.

What does this wine taste like?

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Pomegranate / Deep
Bouquet
Sugar plums / Cherries / Blackberries / Pepper
Mouth
Rounded / Structured / Fresh / Long finish / Pepper

Drinking and storing

Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC

Food pairing

Savoury crepes / Grilled meat / Poultry / Game dishes

Ratings and awards

202091-93 PK16.5 JR96-97 SK93 DC
201990-92 PK95 SK94 DC
201892+ PK16 JR95 SK90 WS94 DC
201791 PK16 JR94 SK93 WS
201693+ PK17 JR95 SK92 WS90 DC
201590 PK16.5 JR95 SK92 WS
PK: ParkerJR: Jancis robinsonSK: SucklingWS: Wine spectatorDC: Decanter

Wine critics reviewsReviews by Parker, Jancis Robinson, and Suckling

A blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 Bellefont Belcier has a deep garnet-purple color and classic notes of warm plums, blackberry preserves and cedar chest, plus wafts of lavender, clove oil and chocolate box. The medium to full-bodied palate is impressively well-poised with soft, rounded tannins and just enough freshness supporting the juicy black fruits, finishing with a bright, cheery skip in its step. Lots to love here!

— Lisa Perrotti-Brown (22/04/2021)Robert Parker Wine Advocate Vintage 2018 - 92+ PARKER

Barrel sample. Darkest cherry red. Ripe dark-red fruit and damsons on the nose. Firm tannins but juicy at the core. OK but not a standout.

— Julia Harding (31/03/2019)JancisRobinson.com Vintage 2018 - 16 JANCIS ROBINSON

A dense, rich red, yet the tannins are so fine and integrated with beautiful texture and finesse. It’s full-bodied, showing pretty balance and refinement with lots of exotic fruit and richness. Tight now. Try after 2024.

— James Suckling (22/04/2021)JamesSuckling.com Vintage 2018 - 95 SUCKLING

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Winemaking

Ageing period18 months
Barrel ageNew and sused
Type of woodOak

Vineyards

SoilLimestone / Calcareous-clay
ClimateAtlantic
Surface area13.00 hectares