Château La Croix Bellevue 2022, Lalande-de-Pomerol AOC
€53.33 /L
Château La Croix Bellevue 2022 is a generous and harmonious Lalande-de-Pomerol with a velvety, fruit-forward profile. This sunny vintage delivers ripe black fruits, licorice, and soft oak on a round, silky palate supported by smooth tannins. A balanced and approachable red wine, perfect to enjoy young or after a few years of cellaring, alongside roasted meats, slow-cooked dishes, or aged cheeses.
Description
Located in the esteemed Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, just north of Pomerol, Château La Croix Bellevue benefits from a terroir rich in clay, gravel, and sand—ideal for expressing the soft power of Merlot. The 2022 vintage, marked by generous sunshine, gives birth to a red wine that is plush, round, and indulgent, enjoyable both in its youth and with aging.
A Round and Generous Wine from a Sunny Vintage
The warm, dry summer allowed the grapes to reach optimal ripeness while maintaining a good balance. The result is a wine with a smooth, inviting attack, velvety texture, and ripe tannins. Discreet oak aging adds depth and complexity without overpowering the fruit.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: deep garnet with purple hues.
- Nose: expressive, with plum, black cherry, vanilla, and cedar wood.
- Palate: full-bodied and elegant, with a silky mouthfeel and smooth tannins. The finish reveals lingering notes of licorice and dark chocolate.
Serving Temperature & Tasting Tips
Serve between 16–18 °C. Let it breathe for about 30 minutes to unlock its full aromatic potential. Ready to enjoy now or cellar for 5 to 10 years.
Food Pairings
- Meats: roast beef, lacquered duck breast, caramelized pork ribs.
- Slow-cooked dishes: Bordeaux-style cassoulet, Provençal beef stew, meat lasagna.
- Cheeses: semi-aged Cantal, aged Tomme, Brie de Meaux.
Perfect Moments to Enjoy
- Ideal for a family meal or a warm evening with friends.
- A wine to share that combines approachability and character.
- Perfect for discovering the smooth, generous style of Lalande-de-Pomerol.
Specifications
- Name: Château La Croix Bellevue
- Vintage: 2022
- Appellation: Lalande-de-Pomerol AOC
- Region: Bordeaux – Right Bank
- Grapes: Mainly Merlot, with Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Aging: partially aged in oak barrels
- ABV: 13%
- Volume: 75 cl
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, in summer in moderation.Product Details
- Origin
- France
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites
- Capacity
- 75 cl
- Appellation
- Lalande-de-Pomerol AOC
- Color
- Red
- Wine Region
- Bordeaux, France
- Vintage
- 2022
- Type of wine
- Red wine
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