Château Balestard La Tonnelle
Château Balestard La Tonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé)
4.3
Expert Rating
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Balestard La Tonnelle, an exquisite Grand Cru Classé, spans only 11 hectares in the renowned Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. The estate is located just one kilometer west of the town of Saint Emilion on a limestone plateau, adjacent to Chateau Sansonnet to the south and Soutard to the north. The carefully selected grapes grown in the vineyards of Château Balestard La Tonnelle benefit from well-drained soils and a favorable microclimate, allowing for optimal ripeness. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels. The resulting product is characterized by its elegant and refined style, with a harmonious balance of fruit flavors, subtle oak notes, and smooth tannins.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Balestard La Tonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé) is a prestigious wine from the Saint-Émilion region in Bordeaux, France.On the nose, Château Balestard La Tonnelle offers a complex bouquet of ripe dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, accompanied by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco, and earthy notes. The aromas are well-integrated and showcase the wine's maturity.
The palate of this wine is rich and full-bodied, with velvety tannins that provide a smooth and elegant mouthfeel. The flavors are intense and concentrated, with a harmonious blend of black fruits, spices, and a touch of vanilla. The wine displays excellent balance and structure, with a long and lingering finish.
Château Balestard La Tonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is known for its aging potential, and it will continue to develop and evolve over the years. It is recommended to decant this wine before serving to fully appreciate its complexity and depth.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Balestard La Tonnelle
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
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