2018 Château Villa Bel-Air, Graves, Bordeaux
- Red
- Dry
- Full Bodied
For laying down
- Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW
- 89-91/100
- James Molesworth
- 89-92/100
- James Suckling
- 90-91/100
Product: 20181016226
Description
The 2018 vintage suits the style of Villa Bel-Air very well. Always generous in style, here it has gained even more flesh and, for a wine at this level, could even be called sumptuous. Mostly on the red fruit spectrum, showing redcurrant and strawberry, there is a most appealing open, silky texture that will give early pleasure. Drink 2021-2026.
Blend: 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
Blend: 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
Colour Red
Sweetness Dry
Vintage 2018
Alcohol % 13
Maturity For laying down
Body Full Bodied
Producer Château Villa Bel-Air
Critics reviews
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW 89-91/100
This property was taken over by the Armand Ballande family in July 2017 but still relies on the historical network created by the Cazes family in France and overseas. Composed of 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Cabernet Franc, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Villa Bel Air sings of black raspberries, blackberries and mulberries with touches of plum preserves, spice cake and cloves plus a waft of menthol. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is rich and spicy with impressive concentration and a firm yet plush backbone, finishing with great length.Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 23/04/2019
James Molesworth 89-92/100
A strong tobacco leaf note gives this a slightly rustic edge, with cherry and red currant paste flavors filling in behind. Grippy finish.— J.M., Spectator
James Suckling 90-91/100
Some berry and walnut character and hints of orange peel. Medium body, fine tannins and a savory finish. james_suckling
About this wine
Chateau Villa Bel-Air
Château Villa Bel-Air is located in the Southern part of Graves, in the parish of Saint-Morillon, near La Brède. Villa Bel-Air's buildings have been listed as part of France's historical monuments and are a perfect illustration of the French Revolution period.
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