Château Bellevue Grand Cru Classé 1996
12.5%
0.75L
Intensity
Lot presentation
Château Bellevue Grand Cru Classé 1996
The wine
The Thienport Derenoncourt duo took over the vinifications in 2000, and since then the wines' quality has steadily improved. Previously they tended to lack personality, but since the property's renaissance, they have become generous and full-bodied, offering a distinguished expression of the terroir's potential.
About the Producer Château Bellevue (Saint-Émilion Grand Cru)
Château Bellevue is part of the Saint-émilion Grand Cru Classé appellation. It is owned by Pradel de Lavaux and Boüard de Laforest families. Since 2007, the team from Château Angélus have looked after the domaine which covers 6.8 hectares and is planted entirely to Merlot. The wines from this domaine have progressed enormously since 2000 and are defined by their power and well-rounded tannic structure. A true reference of the appellation.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 Slightly marked labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: no
Alcohol percentage: 12.5 %
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Classification: Grand cru classé
Owner: Familles Pradel de Lavaux
Vintage: 1996
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine