Bordeaux
Château Bellegrave - Pomerol - Red - 2016
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2016
Name: AOP Pomerol
Grape variety: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol: 13 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Wine rated 91/100 by our committee!
Wine:
Combining charm and aging potential, the 2016 Pomerol Château Bellegrave delivers a beautifully composed wine, led by refined fruit aromas, hints of pepper, and violet, all carried by a remarkable freshness. The texture is voluptuous, the tannins silky, and the palate unfolds with impressive depth and elegance—culminating in a graceful finish that perfectly showcases the fruit.Nearly a decade on from harvest, this outstanding 2016 vintage is now hitting its peak—a moment of true harmony where refined richness and elegance meet in perfect balance.
Vinification:
Hand harvested, aged in oak barrels (1/3 new barrels, 1/3 barrels that have been used once, and 1/3 barrels that have been used twice).Certified organic wine.
Color:
Intense, bright red.Nose:
Freshness highlighted by aromas of red fruit, violet, and pepper.Palate:
Ample and voluptuous with sparkling fruity notes, this wine releases silky tannins and an intense, elegant finish with a fruity finish.
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Game in sauce, barbecued rib of beef, 7-hour slow-cooked leg of lamb, duck confit.Cellar aging:
From now until 2027
We’ve always had a deep appreciation for the wines crafted by Jean-Marie Bouldy. He’s one of those rare winemakers with a natural gift—like a gardener with a green thumb. Everything he touches seems to flourish effortlessly, while others, even following the same steps, struggle to achieve the same result.
At Château Bellegrave, he brings to life wines of remarkable depth and harmony. Sourced from some of Pomerol’s finest terroirs and vinified with unwavering precision, his wines remain quietly under the radar—untouched by media hype or soaring prices.