2003 Château Bellefont-Belcier
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Because of this terroir’s limestone soils, 2003 was not nearly as stressful for this vineyard as for those planted in gravelly, sandy soils. The result is a fully mature, elegant 2003 offering lots of herbaceously-tinged black cherry fruit, soft tannins and a round, medium-bodied texture. Drink it over the next 3-4 years.
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Robert Parker
Jancis Robinson MW
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Deep savoury plum colour with very sweet plummy appeal. Rich, round and full. Extremely flattering. Halfway between a Tertre Roteboeuf and Valandraud style, though not as intense as either. (JR)
About the producer
The history of the estate dates back to the 17th century, but the estate acquired its current name from Count Louis-Francois de Belcier who took ownership of the property at the end of the 18th century.