Chateau Bellegrave, Pauillac, France 2021 Santa Maria Valley A wine with pronounced characteristics

A wine with pronounced characteristics of intensity of tastes and aromas

the 2016 Quinault l'Enclos opens with expressive redcurrants

Jean-Louis notes that the vines ripen early because of the thin soils here

So juicy and yet so

Chateau Bellegrave, Pauillac, France 2021 Santa Maria Valley A wine with pronounced characteristicsAshy berries, orange zest, currants, chili chocolate and a touch of black pepper. Juicy and fine grained on the palate with medium to full body and a succulent finish. Fresh and pretty lengthy. Drink or hold. 92 Pts James Suckling This small estate in the heart of Pauillac has produced a perfumed, polished wine. Wood aging and black fruits are still prominent and need to soften. It is a fine wine from this major appellation. Drink from 2026. 92 Pts