Belair 2001
Belair 2001 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Bordeaux, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, charcuterie. Cheapest offer £65.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauregard 2005 Chateau Beauregard · Bordeaux | £65.00 | |||
| Berliquet 2005 Chateau Berliquet · Saint-Émilion | £65.00 | |||
| Fleur de Clinet 2009 Chateau Clinet · Bordeaux | £65.00 | |||
| Gazin Half 1995 | £65.00 |
Bélair 2001 is a full-bodied, Merlot-based red wine from the St-Emilion appellation of Bordeaux. Château Bélair – now renamed Château Bélair-Monange – is a Grand Cru Classé B property as per the official Saint-Émilion classification. The estate covers approximately 26 hectares, planted to Merlot [90%] and Cabernet Franc [10%]. On the 2001 vintage. "This is very ripe and a tad confected on the nose with touches of tinned strawberries and a little sawdust. The palate is ripe with succulent tannins, although this is not a complex wine with notes of cherry, pomegranate and a touch of raspberry leaf. Good definition on the slightly austere finish. Not bad although not a long-term contender." Neal Martin, 2007