21674 customer reviews

Château Belle-Vue 2010

Haut-Médoc|Red wine

3.8/5 (12 customers)

89/100

Robert Parker

17/20

RVF

16/20

Bettane & Desseauve

2*Étoiles

Hachette

“Another standout from the southern third of the Médoc, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot is an elegant 2010 that displays impressive ripeness, a medium-bodied, textured palate, and abundant notes of cedar and blackcurrant intertwined with hints of tobacco leaf, licorice, and incense. Complex, well-developed, and already ready to drink, it will continue to delight the palate for at least 5 to 7 years.” (Wine Advocate – Robert Parker)

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Estate

Château Belle-Vue

Vintage

2010

Designation

Haut-Médoc

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot Noir, 20% Petit Verdot

Regions

serious, gross, deep

Viticulture

sustainable farming

Grape Harvest

manual

Wine Production

Long maceration: 35 days on average, with the temperature maintained between 25 and 28°C

Livestock Farming

12 to 16 months in oak barrels

Eye

intense, with a beautiful ruby red color

Nose

with notes of dark fruits (blueberry) and vanilla, with a delicate hint of toast

Palate

full-bodied and rich, with silky tannins and plenty of indulgent flavor

Serve

at 17-18°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink starting at

2015

Drink before

2022

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with red and white meats, poultry, game, and cheeses...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2015 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)

About the wine:

A subtly oaky nose. Superb mouthfeel, smoothness, and lovely tannins—a real success.

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine rated (2014 guide) 2** stars (Outstanding Wine)

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

About the wine:

Vincent Mulliez, who passed away in May 2010, was unfortunately unable to witness this fine harvest. His wife Isabelle and their children are now carrying on his legacy, with the same high standards—as evidenced by this remarkable 2010 vintage. With a deep, dense, and intense garnet color, the wine reveals a rich bouquet of dark fruits (blueberries), vanilla, and toasty notes, followed by a full-bodied, rich palate supported by tannins as smooth as silk. While already delicious, it deserves three to five years of aging to be enjoyed at its best.

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

Wine rated (2013 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)

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

About the wine:

Another standout from the 2010 vintage in the southern third of the Médoc, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot is an elegant 2010 that displays impressive ripeness, a medium-bodied, textured palate, and abundant notes of cedar and blackcurrant intertwined with hints of tobacco leaf, licorice, and incense. Complex, well-developed, and already ready to drink, it will continue to delight the palate for at least 5 to 7 years.

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 (2015 guide) 17/20 (Great wine)

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 2010 vintage is beginning to reveal itself, with irresistible charm and a smooth texture.

About the estate:

Customer Rating

3.8/5

based on 12 reviews

Review by Mr. GILLES D. Published on April 15, 2015

At the top of the Haut-Médoc appellation in terms of value for money. The result of excellent aging, the 2010 Belle-Vue is truly a superb wine—elegant yet powerful, with smooth, silky tannins and a long finish.