Presentation
Presentation
The vineyard of Château Belfort is found in the village of Saint-Germain-d'Esteuil, not far from Lesparre-Médoc in the Gironde. On the Left Bank of the Garonne, the vines profit from the wide variety of soil types in the Médoc. The domain has belonged to Mr Didier Chapellan for several years.
Location
The Médoc appellation comprises a wide variety of soil types, including sand, gravel, clay, stones and pebbles. The wines of the Médoc are all produced by blending different grape varieties and from this marriage come the richness of the wines, the excellence of the vintages and the exceptional qualities which have made the region's reputation.
Winemaking
Destemming and crushing of the grapes. Thermovinification of part of the harvest to obtain a must rich in colour and fruity aromas. Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature with selected yeasts and maceration of the skins. This takes 2 to 3 weeks to provide a supple, rounded wine. Ageing in stainless-steel and concrete tanks.
Varietals
Merlot : 60%
Cabernet sauvignon : 40%
Cabernet sauvignon : 40%
Specifications
Advice
Taste profile
Rouge rond aromatique
Tasting
Vivid red colour of medium depth. Fruit-driven on the nose. Round on the palate, tannic but without excess. Very pleasant in its youth, to take full advantage of its fruity characters.
Food pairings
Serve at between 16 and 18°C. Can be enjoyed throughout the meal.
