96-98 WA
Château Bellevue-Mondotte 2020

    Château Bellevue-Mondotte 2020

    BordeauxSaint-Emilion • Grand Cru • Red

    Regular price $9,039.00
    Sale price $9,039.00 Regular price
    Unit price $1,506.50 / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

    More than 3 available - Delivery within 2 to 3 weeks - Ship from Bordeaux

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Saint-Emilion
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2020
    • Grape varieties 90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon

    Enclosed in part within Château Pavie-Decesse, on the clay-limestone plateau of Saint-Emilion, Château Bellevue-Mondotte truly benefits from an "exceptional" terroir.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Parker (WA) 96-98/100
    • Vinous 95-97/100
    • James Suckling 98/100
    • Neal Martin 90-92/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Dress: A beautiful ruby ​​red dress, intense and luminous.
    Nose: A complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, cherry, with floral and spicy nuances.
    Palate: A velvety attack, rich in fruit, with silky tannins and a lovely freshness.
    Finish: Long and persistent, leaving an elegant impression on the palate.

    Food & wine pairings

    Ideal with duck breast with red berries or a mature cheese.

    Producer

    Producer

    The Château Bellevue-Mondotte vineyard stretches across clay-limestone slopes, benefiting from excellent drainage and optimal sun exposure. The vines, over 30 years old, are cultivated with care, respecting the principles of sustainable viticulture. The mineral-rich soil imparts aromatic complexity and great finesse to the grapes. Each vine is treated with meticulous attention, resulting in exceptionally high-quality berries, ready to express the full richness of the Saint-Émilion terroir.

    Owner and history

    Château Bellevue-Mondotte is run by a family passionate about winemaking, committed to producing high-quality wines while respecting the environment. The owners, aware of the importance of tradition, are dedicated to passing on their expertise to future generations. Their approach is resolutely focused on innovation while remaining true to time-honored practices. Their dedication and love for the land are evident in every bottle, reflecting a genuine philosophy of respect and authenticity.

    Vinification and aging

    Winemaking at Château Bellevue-Mondotte is a meticulous process that begins with the hand-harvesting of carefully selected grapes. After gentle destemming, the berries are fermented in temperature-controlled tanks to preserve the freshness of the aromas. Aging takes place in oak barrels, some of which are new, to refine the tannins and add further complexity to the wine. This care at every stage guarantees the balance and harmony of the final product, a symbol of the owners' commitment and passion.

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    The team's opinion

    A Saint-Émilion of profound intensity, blending lush black fruits, chiseled minerality and powerful tannins of great precision.

    Wine profile

    • Complex
    • Timber frame
    • Fruity