Chateau Bellevue Saint Emilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classe) 2015

Château Bellevue, a Grand Cru Classé located in the Saint-Emilion Grand Cru appellation, is owned by the Pradel de Lavaux family.

Covering a single block of 3 hectares (7.41 acres), Château Bellevue’s vineyard is made up solely of the Merlot grape variety.

Situated on one of the finest terroirs of Saint-Emilion, and having some of the great Premiers Grands Crus Classés as its close neighbours, the vineyard stretches out seamlessly over both slopes and plateau.

Bellevue is a pretty little vineyard poised just above Château Angelus in Saint-Émilion and enjoys stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The soils here are clay/limestone, and it is planted to 100% Merlot.

Deep purple-black in colour, the Bellevue rolls sensuously out of the glass with enticing notes of preserved plums, blueberry compote and Black Forest cake plus hints of powdered cinnamon, clove oil, candied violets and star anise. Full-bodied, concentrated and totally seductive in the mouth, the decadent black and blue fruits are well-supported by firm yet velvety tannins and tons of freshness, finishing very long and wonderfully opulent.

James Suckling-St. Emilion, Bordeaux, France - " Impressive dark plums and mulberries with nicely intertwined spices and violets. Attractive leafiness and sweet, earthy depth. The palate has suave, flowing tannins that carry a plush, plump core of dark-plum and mulberry flavours".

Age of the vines: 40 years old

Maturation: 16 to 20 months

Culinary Recommendation: Serve at 16° C. Good match with Beef, Lamb, Game (deer, venison) and Poultry

Awards:

Lisa Perrotti-Brown - Wine Advocate: 93-95+ points

Antonio Galloni - Vinous: 91-93 points

Neal Martin - Vinous: 93-95 points

Jeb Dunnuck: 94-96 points

Jane Anson - Decanter: 95 points