Built in the 17th century, Château Bellevue has been owned by the Ponton d'Amecourt family since 1973. Interestingly, in 1861, their ancestor Gustave invented the helicopter. Château Bellevue is located on 84 hectares (208 acres) of vineyard and produces a range of Bordeaux whites and reds. The château is located on a large hill, overlooking the vineyards, and is locally nicknamed the "Tuscany of Bordeaux". Winemaker, Daniel Sore, utilizes the art of modern wine-making to produce Bordeaux wines that are characteristic of the local terroir.
Importer Notes On the nose notes of ripe fruit, peach, exotic fruits, and pink grapefruit. The mouth is aromatic and fleshy with sweetness and great freshness.
James Suckling 97 "A dense and layered red with ripe plums and blueberries, as well as hints of wet earth and moss. Full-bodied, velvety and layered
The aromatic nose shows floral notes with pink grapefruit overtones. On the palate, it is medium bodied and mouth filling but with zippy acidity.
From famed winemaker Jean Luc Thunevin. Pepper & tobacco notes up front are followed by black currant and plum flavors.
"100% Sémillon with Botrytis. Deep yellow golden hued wine with lusciously sweet flavors of brioche, honey, and vanilla cake that shine through on the palate."
Wine Spectator 89 "Lively pepper and tobacco notes up front are followed by polished black currant and plum sauce flavors. The long, supple finish lets a
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