Tasting Notes

Maturity:

Keep/Drink

ABV:

14 %

Notes

Formally Belair, this estate is the newest addition to the Moueix portfolio. It possesses one of the finest terroirs in St Emilion. The aspect is similar to that of Ausone – on the south facing limestone Cote of St Emilion. The nose is very high toned with hints of cherry liqueur, spice, minerals and flowers. Really aromatic and complex. Stunning purity and concentration. Really intense, long, precise flavours. A wonderful wine.

Critics score

Score:

100

Source:

Neal Martin, Vinous

Date:

02/2018

Notes

The 2008 Bélair-Monange was the first vintage where Christian Moueix had total control of the vineyard after his acquisition of the historic property. It has a crisp red cherry and crushed strawberry nose that perhaps needs more intensity. It feels airy, almost Burgundian in style. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple, quite fleshy opening. There is good body here, belying the structure underneath although I discerned a touch of greenness on the finish. Moueix’s tenure has produced better Belair’s than the 2008 and I would consume bottles over the next four to five years. (Tasted at BI Wine & Spirit’s annual 10-Year On tasting.)

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