{"product_id":"2020-chateau-bellevue-mondotte-saint-emilion-grand-cru-magnum","title":"2020 Château Bellevue-Mondotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Château Bellevue-Mondotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru in magnum format is a powerful, intensely concentrated Right Bank Bordeaux from one of the appellation’s most privileged limestone plateaus. Nestled between illustrious neighbors like Château Angélus and Château Beau-Séjour Bécot, this small estate consistently crafts wines of impressive depth and tension. The 2020 vintage, bottled in a generous 1.5L magnum, combines structure, opulence and finesse, built for long-term cellaring and memorable occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2020 Bellevue-Mondotte shows a deep, almost opaque purple-ruby robe, hinting at its concentration and youth. The nose is immediately intense and layered, with aromas of black cherry, blackberry compote and cassis wrapped in notes of violets, graphite, licorice and sweet baking spices from high-quality French oak. Subtle mineral undertones from the limestone plateau add lift and precision.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied and richly textured, with a plush, Merlot-driven core of ripe black fruit supported by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon for backbone and aromatic complexity. Expect ripe but firm tannins, a vibrant freshness that keeps the wine from feeling heavy, and flavors of dark plum, blackcurrant, cocoa, espresso, and a touch of crushed stone on the long, elegant finish. In magnum, the aging curve is slower and more graceful: while it can be approached with a good decant in its youth, this 2020 has the structure to evolve beautifully over 15–25 years, gaining further complexity, silkier tannins and more tertiary notes of truffle, tobacco and forest floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Bellevue-Mondotte’s 2.5-hectare vineyard sits on the renowned Saint-Émilion limestone plateau, whose thin soils over solid limestone bedrock give naturally low yields, excellent drainage and a distinctive mineral imprint in the wines. The vineyard is dominated by old-vine Merlot (about 90%), complemented by small parcels of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, with an average vine age of around 50 years, ensuring remarkable concentration and character in the fruit. Harvesting is done entirely by hand, with meticulous sorting to retain only perfectly ripe, healthy grapes. Vinification is highly attentive and modern in style, with small-batch fermentations aimed at maximizing color, aroma and tannin quality. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels—typically with a high proportion of new oak—for an extended period, allowing the wine to integrate its structure, develop complexity and achieve the polished, opulent style for which Bellevue-Mondotte is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a serious, cellar-worthy Saint-Émilion that shines alongside rich, protein-driven dishes. Pair it with roasted or grilled lamb, dry-aged ribeye, beef Wellington, braised short ribs, venison or other game, as well as hearty dishes like duck confit or mushroom-based ragù. Mature, hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Gouda or Parmigiano-Reggiano, and well-aged firm goat cheeses are also excellent companions. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight both fruit and freshness. Given the youth and concentration of the 2020 vintage—especially in magnum—decanting is strongly recommended: 2–3 hours for current drinking to soften the tannins and fully open the bouquet, with shorter decants needed as the wine evolves over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Bellevue-Mondotte is a small but highly regarded estate in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, covering just 2.5 hectares on the coveted limestone plateau that also hosts top properties like Château Pavie and Château Pavie-Decesse. Although the site has older roots, the modern reputation of Bellevue-Mondotte was forged after its acquisition in 2001 by Gérard Perse, the influential vigneron behind the rise of Château Pavie to premier league status. Perse’s philosophy of low yields, intense selection, meticulous vineyard work and long aging in high-quality French oak has propelled Bellevue-Mondotte into the ranks of the most sought-after Grand Crus of Saint-Émilion. The estate is now recognized for producing deeply colored, concentrated, and complex wines that regularly garner high scores from leading international critics, standing as a reference point for powerful yet refined Right Bank Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Bellevue-Mondotte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255064023377,"sku":"GCW-MMUI-20110606-1","price":375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/cha_teau_bellevue-mondotte_1.jpg?v=1783456430","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2020-chateau-bellevue-mondotte-saint-emilion-grand-cru-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}