Château Balestard la Tonnelle Grand Cru Classé 1985
12.7%
0.75L
Intensity
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Lot presentation
Château Balestard la Tonnelle Grand Cru Classé 1985
The wine
This wine's character suggests an excellent capacity to improve with age. It also develops a delightful aromatic richness and a very seductive bouquet.
About the Producer Château Balestard la Tonnelle
Thanks to a very rich clay-limestone soil, Château Balestard La Tonnelle produces highly structured wines, that are without doubt among the most powerful in the appellation. Very concerned with the wine's quality, the owners employ rigorous vinification methods. They produce a wine with a strong personality which develops a remarkable velvety texture.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 1 bottle
Level : 1 NormalObservations : 1 Highly marked label, 1 Very damaged labelOrigin : private individual
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : no
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : yes
Alcohol percentage : 12.7 %
Region : Bordeaux
Appellation : Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Classification : Grand cru classé
Owner : GFA Capdemourlin
Vintage : 1985
Colour : red
Service temperature : 16°
Size (in ha) : 11 hectares
Volume : 60000 bottles
Intensity : classic
Leading aroma : black fruit
Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine