COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Vins et Vignobles Dourthe
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Belgrave 2015 is a red wine from the Haut-Médoc appellation in Bordeaux, France, produced by Vins et Vignobles Dourthe. It holds the distinction of being a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) according to the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. The estate's vineyards are situated on hilltops characterized by deep gravel soils overlying a clay subsoil. Vins et Vignobles Dourthe, a producer with a heritage dating back to 1840, acquired Château Belgrave as its first vineyard, with a stated aim to restore its prestigious ranking. The estate is committed to sustainable viticulture, holding certifications such as Terra Vitis and Agriconfiance.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First vineyard acquired by Dourthe, aiming to restore its Grand Cru Classé status.
Fact 02
Located on hilltops with deep gravel over clay subsoil.
Fact 03
Practices sustainable viticulture with Terra Vitis certification.
Fact 04
Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Belgrave 2015 undergoes traditional Bordeaux vinification. The grapes, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, are fermented under controlled conditions to maximize extraction of color, tannins, and aromas. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels, a process that refines its structure and adds layers of complexity. The estate employs sustainable viticulture practices, including soil management, cover cropping, and efforts to enhance biodiversity, with certifications like Terra Vitis and Agriconfiance.
