Bellevoye Bleu, Grain-Finished, Triple Malt Whisky 40%
€59.86 /L
Bellevoye Bleu, Finition Grain fin, Whisky 40% is a 100% French triple malt, unpeated, crafted by Les Bienheureux with the exacting standards of a great house. An assembly of three French malt whiskies aged in Charente for 3 to 8 years, it receives an additional 9 to 12 months' finishing in fine-grain French oak casks, resulting in a silky texture and remarkable aromatic precision. The nose unfolds notes of toasted cereal, honey and vanilla, lifted by gentle spices and yellow fruit. The palate, harmonious and fresh, extends this theme with elegance. In a 70 cl format, at 40 % vol., it is best enjoyed neat, over ice or as a refined highball, to share during your most select tasting moments.
Description
Among the spirits that celebrate the French art of living, the Bellevoye Bleu, Finition Grain fin, Whisky 40% stands out as an elegant composition, chiselled around a 100% French triple malt. Unpeated, it favours aromatic clarity and balance, offering both aficionados and newcomers a bright, precise and gently generous style. Its identity is built on a blend of three French malt whiskies patiently raised in Charente for 3 to 8 years, then finished 9 to 12 months in fine-grain French oak casks. This dual timing, maturation and finishing, enhances its thread of toasted cereal, delicate honey, subtle vanilla and soft spices, carried by the brightness of yellow fruit. Charming without ostentation, this author whisky pairs accessibility with sophistication, ideal for a refined aperitif, a contemplative tasting or a high-end cocktail. In its 70 cl bottle, at 40 % vol., it embodies a French vision of whisky: precise, contemporary and decidedly gastronomic.
Assemblage et élevage
An expression of French know-how, Bellevoye Bleu comes from the blend of three French malt whiskies, each contributing its aromatic colour and texture. Initial maturation takes place in Charente for 3 to 8 years, a temperate environment that promotes steady development, bringing suppleness and cohesion to the whole. This is followed by a 9 to 12 month finishing in fine-grain French oak casks, chosen for their tight grain and their ability to deliver vanilla, pastry and delicate woody notes sparingly. This final step polishes the material, rounds the edges and deepens the length, without ever masking the malt identity. Bottled at 40 % vol., it reveals a balanced relationship between aromatic intensity and mouthfeel fluidity, for a clear and harmonious experience. Crafted by Les Bienheureux alongside Maison Jean Moueix, this unpeated triple malt presents a modernist, precise vision of French whisky, attentive to elegance and tasting performance.
Notes de dégustation
- Robe : Bright and clear, it announces a supple texture and a clean aromatic radiance, promising a nuanced tasting.
- Nez : Toasted cereals and warm crumb, delicate honey and vanilla, lifted by soft spices. Hints of ripe yellow fruit brighten the ensemble, adding depth and freshness.
- Bouche : A caressing entry, a precise and linear mid-palate. The heart marries the malt's sweetness with a framework of fine spices and pastry notes, underscored by juicy yellow fruit. The finish is long, fresh and impeccably sustained.
Température de service et conseils
Serve Bellevoye Bleu slightly chilled, around 16 to 18°C, in a tulip glass that concentrates the bouquet without hardening it. One minute of airing reveals the precision of the malted notes and the finesse of the oak. A drop of spring water can further open the honey and vanilla nuances, while two large, dense, low-dilution ice cubes will preserve the profile's uprightness when served on the rocks. For an elegant highball, pour over large ice cubes, top with a fine sparkling water and express a citrus twist to emphasise the freshness of the finish. Store the bottle upright, protected from light and temperature fluctuations, to preserve its aromatic integrity.
Accords mets et whisky
- Apéritifs : roasted almonds, thin slices of French cured ham, herb chicken rillettes.
- Entrées : thin tart with caramelised onions, country terrine, citrus-cured salmon.
- Plats : roasted poultry with jus, creamy Comté risotto, farm pork chop glazed with honey and mild spices.
- Fromages : aged Comté, Abondance, slightly fruity tomme that respond to the honey and vanilla.
- Desserts et cocktails : almond tart, vanilla-poached pear, or a Bellevoye Bleu highball with fine sparkling water.
Moments de dégustation
Bellevoye Bleu is the ideal companion:
- For a refined aperitif where whisky leads the conversation with tact.
- During a gastronomic dinner, paired with golden roast poultry or a matured cheese.
- As an insider's gift, a signature of contemporary French elegance.
Caractéristiques
- Nom : Bellevoye Bleu, Finition Grain fin, Whisky 40%
- Catégorie : Spirits, Whisky
- Style : Triple malt 100 % français, non tourbé
- Origine : France, élevage en Charente
- Vieillissement : 3 à 8 ans en fût
- Finition : 9 à 12 mois en fûts de chêne français à grain fin
- Degré d’alcool : 40 % vol.
- Contenance : 70 cl
- Profil aromatique : céréales toastées, miel, vanille, épices douces, fruits jaunes
- Service : 16 à 18°C, pur, sur glace ou en highball
Product Details
- Origin
- France
- Capacity
- 70 cl
- Whisky Brand
- Bellevoye
- Peat
- Unpeated
- Type of whisky
- Triple Malt
- Aging
- Matured in oak casks
- Type of Spirit
- Whisky
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