Chateau Bellegrave Pauillac, 2016

A Pauillac with lovely richness balanced by freshness and structure

• Blend of Cabernet (55%) and Merlot (45%)
• James Suckling: 92-93/100
• Guide Hachette des Vins: 1 Star

Cellaring: Starting to hit its peak now. Drink until 2030

BEHIND THE WINE

This fine estate of just over 8 hectares neighbours several top grand cru vineyards. 

Even though the first six months of the year were particularly rainy, flowering took place quickly and evenly during one of the rare dry spells. This period was followed by a long stretch of hot, dry weather lasting from mid-June to mid-September. This series of extreme conditions raised fears about the fragility of grapes and vines. However, meticulous work in the vineyard made it possible to anticipate and protect vines from the drought this summer and to reveal the crop’s full potential.The 2016 harvest was spread out, with each plot of vines picked only when they had reached optimal ripeness.

"Ideal ripening in 2016 enabled us to make very rich, deeply-coloured wines with no heaviness or hints of cooked fruit. They are very fresh on both the nose and the palate and have huge ageing potential!"
-Winemaker