2013 Château Bellefont-Belcier St. Émilion Grand Cru Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
3433 Views
|
2013
Château Bellefont-Belcier (St. Émilion Grand Cru)
Medium bodied, soft and fresh, this wine shows sweet cherries and espresso, more volume, flesh and complexity than the 2012. From a blend of 77% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine reached 13.5% ABV and is aging in 80% new, French oak. 88-90 Pts 3,433 Views Tasted Apr 28, 2014 |
When to Drink Chateau Bellefont Belcier, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau Bellefont Belcier can be enjoyed early. However, the wine is often better with at least a few years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage.
Chateau Bellefont Belcier is usually best enjoyed in the first 10-20 years after the vintage when it is at full maturity. Young vintages can be decanted for 1-2 hours. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Serving and Decanting Chateau Bellefont Belcier with Wine and Food Pairing Tips
Chateau Bellefont Belcier is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. Chateau Bellefont Belcier is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes.
Chateau Bellefont Belcier is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese.