21715 customer reviews

Château Belle-Vue Haut-Médoc 2016 - Cru Bourgeois

Haut-Médoc|Red wine

4/5 (12 customers)

93/100

RVF

93/100

Le Figaro

93/100

Decanter

93/100

Jeb Dunnuck

92/100

James Suckling

attractive

Cru Bourgeois

ready-to-drink

value for the money

"Incredible value for the price! It's almost too good to be true—you should snap it up right away..."

“Classified as an ‘exceptionnel’ cru bourgeois in 2020 and recently renamed, this estate produces wines of impressive quality, with a depth, character, and refinement that make them a top choice. I’ve selected a 5-year-old vintage because Haut-Médoc wines, often rich in tannins and concentrated fruit, require a few years of aging to mellow. Aromas of black fruit, tobacco, and spicy cedar unfold slowly and linger for a long time, offering excellent length and a juicy, flavorful finish. There is also a high proportion of Petit Verdot (10 to 20% in most vintages), which adds color and a hint of pepper on the finish.” (Decanter 2021)

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Estate

Château Belle-Vue

Vintage

Cru Bourgeois

Vintage

2016

Designation

Haut-Médoc

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot Noir, 20% Petit Verdot

Regions

Deep, coarse graves

Viticulture

Sustainable, HVE-certified

Grape Harvest

At optimal maturity

Wine Production

Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 10 days, gravity racking (juice sprayed back onto the pomace), extended maceration: 20 days on average, temperature maintained at 28°C

Livestock Farming

14 months in oak barrels (30% of which are new)

Eye

Intense, with a beautiful deep purple-garnet color

Nose

Aromas of chocolate-covered cherries, fresh red currants, raspberries, and notes of wild sage, pencil lead, and lavender

Palate

Full-bodied and mature, with silky tannins, a velvety texture, plenty of richness and freshness, and a mineral-tinged finish

Serve

At 16-17°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink starting at

2021

Drink before

2034

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with red meat, poultry, cheese...

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Decanter

Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100

About the wine:

Classified as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel in 2020 and recently renamed, this estate produces wines of impressive quality, with a depth, character, and refinement that make them a top choice. I’ve selected a 5-year-old vintage, as Haut-Médoc wines—often rich in tannins and concentrated fruit—require a few years of aging to mellow. Aromas of black fruit, tobacco, and spicy cedar unfold slowly and linger for a long time, offering excellent length and a juicy, flavorful finish. There is also a high proportion of Petit Verdot (10 to 20% in most vintages), which adds color and a hint of pepper on the finish. 2021–2034

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

In recent years, this small estate in the southern Médoc has established itself as a sure bet. The wines here have shown unfailing consistency over the past few vintages. A distinctive feature is that the vineyard’s blend is heavily dominated by Petit Verdot, a grape variety that also gives rise to a unique cuvée. Offering excellent value for the price, the wines produced here are a worthy addition to any wine lover’s collection.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the estate:

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100

Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)

About the wine:

The 2016 vintage continues to show promise. It is robust and well-structured, with a juicy mid-palate and well-integrated tannins. A solid wine, yet already approachable, that reveals itself with depth. It’s ready to drink now, but there’s no need to rush.

About the estate:

James Suckling

Wine rated (2019 guide) 92/100

About the wine:

With its aroma and subtle richness, it tastes like a very good Margaux. This should come as no surprise, since the Belle-Vue vineyards are located immediately south of that appellation. Long and elegant finish. A blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 20% Petit Verdot. Ready to drink or suitable for aging.

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine rated (2019 guide) 93/100

About the wine:

The 2016 Château Belle-Vue is an exceptional Haut-Médoc offering incredible value for the price. With a deep color and a powerful bouquet of blackcurrant, black cherries, aromatic herbs, and earthy notes, this medium- to full-bodied wine features ultra-fine tannins and fabulous balance. A blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 20% Petit Verdot, 30% of which was aged in new French oak barrels. It’s almost too good to be true—you’ll want to snap it up right away! 2019–2034

Le Figaro vins

Wine rated (2017 guide) 93/100

About the wine:

Aroma of fresh red berries, vanilla, and cherry. Full-bodied, crisp, and briny on the palate, with fruity notes and round, supple tannins. A lovely finish.

Customer Rating

4/5

based on 12 reviews

Review by Mr. ANTOINE M. Posted on November 24, 2023

3,8