COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon 69%, Merlot 28%, Petit Verdot 3%
PRODUCER
Vignobles Dourthe
REGION
Haut-Médoc
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Belgrave is a distinguished red wine from the Haut-Médoc appellation in Bordeaux, France, produced by Vignobles Dourthe. Classified as a 5th Grand Cru Classé in 1855, the estate benefits from its prime location bordering Saint-Julien and its classic gravelly soils, which are particularly suited for its dominant grape, Cabernet Sauvignon. Vignobles Dourthe, with a legacy dating back to 1840, has managed the property since 1979, investing to express the full potential of this terroir. The 2016 vintage is celebrated as an exceptional year for the château, receiving high praise from critics for its quality and aging potential.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Classified as a 5th Growth (Cinquième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification.
Fact 02
The vineyard is planted on gravel hillocks, a prime terroir for Cabernet Sauvignon.
Fact 03
The estate holds Terra Vitis and High Environmental Value (HVE) certifications.
Fact 04
James Suckling rated the 2016 vintage as the best since 1989 for Château Belgrave.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2016 Château Belgrave was produced using grapes from 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot. The vineyard, planted on deep gravel over clay, spans 59 hectares. Winemaking focused on moderate extraction via pumping over to achieve sweetness and subtlety. The wine was aged for 12 months in oak barrels, 34% new, and matured on fine lees. The harvest occurred from late September to mid-October. The estate adheres to sustainable practices, holding Terra Vitis and HVE certifications.
