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Chateau Belle-Vue 2016
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Description
An Haut-Medoc red wine with a seductive aromatic expression and freshness
The estate
Chateau Belle-Vue is a reference among fine Haut-Medoc wines, an appellation situated near Margaux on the left bank of Bordeaux.
The vineyard
Bearing a High Environmental Value certificate, Chateau Belle-Vue’s almost 15-hectare vineyard is planted on gravel soils, a typical feature of the Haut-Medoc appellation. The thirty-six-year old vines are cultivated according to sustainable viticultural practices.
Vinification and aging
The grapes are harvested by hand and sorted manually on a table after destemming. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for more than 3 weeks. Gravity-fed racking. Maceration for an average of 35 days after fermentation. Aged for 14 to 16 months in barrels (30% new, 30% first-fill 20% second-fill) and in vats (20%).
The blend
Cabernet Sauvignon (45%)
Merlot (35%)
Petit Verdot (20%)
Chateau Belle-Vue 2016: Characteristics and tasting tips
The tasting
Color
Intense, the color of this wine is almost inky.
Nose
Aromatic and rich, the nose gives off bright fruity aromas.
Palate
Ample, the mouth seduces with its racy tannins, its aromatic richness and its superb freshness.
