2009 - Chateau Belle Vue Haut Medoc

"Not to be confused with St.-Emilion’s Bellevue, this has been one of the most consistent Medoc cru bourgeois over a number of years, and the 2009 may reach new quality heights. A big-time sleeper of the vintage, this blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 20% Petit Verdot boasts a dense purple color as well as notes of creme de cassis and spring flowers, terrific fruit, sweet but noticeable tannin, and medium to full body. It can be drunk young or cellared for 8-10 years." -Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, 90-92 pts.

"Silky and beautiful, with berry and dark chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, polished tannins." -Wine Spectator, 88-91 pts.

Minimum 6 bottles, per type, required for all Futures orders.