Why it matters
The producer
Count Louis Francois de Belcier officially founded the vineyard in the middle of the eighteenth century. Château Bellefont-Belcier is a red Saint Émilion wine carrying the estate's name.
Place and vineyards
Where the wines begin
The property sits on the south facing Côte Pavie slopes in Saint Émilion, near Château Pavie and Larcis Ducasse. A south facing slope receives more direct sunlight, which can help grapes ripen fully.
Wines to know
The range in view
Château Bellefont-Belcier is a red Saint Émilion wine made from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot accounts for 72%, Cabernet Franc 17%, and Cabernet Sauvignon 11%.
The 2023 Château Bellefont-Belcier opens with delicate floral notes, black cherries and wild berries, followed by spice and mineral undertones.