Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Belair Monange
Label Name:
 
St Emilion Gcc
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
98% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Major scores: Vinous (Neal Martin) 97, Robert Parker Wine Advocate 95, Jeb Dunnuck 98, James Suckling 99, The Wine Independent 99; praised for balance, depth and ageing potential

Tasting Note
Concentrated black and red plum, black cherry, violet and graphite with cedar, spice and subtle earthy/truffle notes. Dense, velvety texture with fine, polished tannins and a long mineral-tinged finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, venison, beef rib, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu pork, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), braised beef with soy and five-spice.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Merlot/Cabernet Franc; fermentations in stainless steel and concrete; aged 14–18 months in French oak (approx. 40–50% new).

Vineyard Info
Château Bélair-Monange, acquired by the JP Moueix family in 2008 and renamed; 12 ha limestone plateau vineyards producing powerful, refined Right Bank Merlot-dominant wines.