2020 Belair-Monange St. Emilion

Bordeaux Blend - 1.5L
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REVIEWS

JL 100 DC 99 TWI 99 JS 98 JD 98 VN 98 WE 97 WA 95 WS 94
JL 100

TheWineCellarInsider.com, May 2021

(98-100 points) Full-bodied, concentrated, rich and velvety, the wine promptly provides layer after layer of flawlessly ripe, black and dark red pit fruits, crushed rocks, licorice, espresso, smoke and flowers. Long...
DC 99

Decanter, January 2023

Striking yet elegant, this holds its own being tasted after the more plush and ripe Trotanoy while this is more focussed and streamlined. Just as confident, concentrated and intense but in a different way completely. This...
TWI 99

The Wine Independent, March 2023

A blend of 98% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2020 Belair-Monange has a deep garnet-purple color. It begins on a single note of bright, juicy red berries and roses, before expanding out to a whole array of suggestions...
JS 98

jamessuckling.com, April 2021

(JS 97-98 points) It’s full-bodied, showing loads of violets, blackberries and blueberries with salt and white-pepper character. Minerally. It’s very fine-grained with a fascinating finish. Intense and long. 98% merlot...
JD 98

jebdunnuck.com, March 2023

The Grand Vin 2020 Château Belair-Monange is also 98% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc that's a blend of the upper limestone plateau and the more clay heavy soils on the hillside. Very much in the tight, structured style of...
VN 98

Vinous, February 2023

The 2020 Bélair-Monange is tremendous. What a wine. It is easily the best effort since the Mouiex family bought the property. Rich, ample and dramatic, Bélair-Monange saturates the palate with waves of inky dark red...
WE 97

Wine Enthusiast,

(95-97 points) Barrel Sample. This large Saint-Emilion estate is now on top form. Richly structured and with fine dark fruits, it is full of aromatic Cabernet Franc berry flavors along with some powerful tannins. Expect...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2023

The 2020 Belair Monange has also turned out nicely in bottle, wafting from the glass with aromas of rich cherries, plums, sweet spices, rose petals and creamy new oak. Full-bodied, rich and layered, it remains fresh...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, November 2022

A classically styled, slightly austere Bordeaux, with a chalky spine that helps drive red and black currant and plum puree notes along, all while light alder, dried rose petal and light tobacco notes fill in the...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Saint Emilion
Vintage 2020
Size 1.5L
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

The 2020 Belair-Monange St. Emilion is a remarkable Bordeaux Blend that embodies elegance, power, and finesse. With a deep red color that glistens in the glass, this wine is a true visual delight. The nose is immediately captivated by a bouquet of violets, blackberries, and blueberries, accompanied by a subtle hint of salt and white pepper. These aromas intertwine harmoniously, creating a captivating olfactory experience.

Upon the first sip, the wine reveals its full-bodied nature with a velvety texture that coats the palate. The flavors of ripe cherries and plums dance on the tongue, accompanied by the sweetness of spices and the delicate essence of rose petals. The judicious use of creamy new oak adds complexity and depth to the wine, enhancing its overall profile.

The 2020 Belair-Monange is a masterful creation that brilliantly balances ripeness and freshness. Despite its sun-kissed profile, it maintains a refreshing quality that keeps the wine vibrant and lively. The integration of generous tannins adds structure and depth, creating a wine that is both powerful and refined.

This wine has garnered high praise from wine critics and experts. James Suckling awarded it an impressive score of 98 points, highlighting its intense and long-lasting finish. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also commended its rich profile and fresh character, awarding it a score of 95 points. Decanter described it as striking yet elegant, with exceptional nuance and detail. Jeff Leve awarded it a perfect score of 100 points, praising its flawlessly ripe fruit and majestic finish. Jeb Dunnuck also praised its structure and balance, predicting it to be a wine that will age gracefully for 30+ years.

The 2020 Belair-Monange St. Emilion is a wine that represents the epitome of excellence. It is a wine that will captivate and delight wine connoisseurs with its complexity, depth, and exquisite craftsmanship. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this Bordeaux Blend is an experience that should not be missed.