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.