Château Bel-Air
Château Bel-Air Cuvée Jean Gabriel Lussac Saint-Émilion
4.5
Expert Rating
4.0
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Bel-Air Cuvée Jean Gabriel Lussac Saint-Émilion is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Château Bel-Air estate in the Lussac Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The vineyard features a unique terroir with clay and limestone soils, which impart a distinct character to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine. The style of the wine is characterized by its rich and full-bodied texture, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. This wine is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the art of winemaking and the unique flavors of Bordeaux.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Bel-Air Cuvée Jean Gabriel Lussac Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a medium-bodied, complex wine.On the nose, aromas of black cherry, red currant and baking spices are prominent. On the palate, the wine reveals flavors of blackberry, plum and tobacco leaf. The tannins are soft and smooth and the finish is long and elegant. All in all, a delightful wine to enjoy with food or on its own.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Bel-Air
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
4.0
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