2007 Chateau Belingard Monbazillac

The wines of Monbazillac were brought to fame by Dutch traders who not only found religious ties with the Protestant communities of the area, but also a reliable supply of sweet wines at better prices than anywhere else. Unlike Sauternes, there are no intersecting rivers to create the freak set of conditions that favours the development of botrytis. Instead Monbazillac is blessed with a micro-climate conducive to morning fogs and warm autumnal sunshine.

Chateau Belingard is located in the village of Pomport, just south of Bergerac, sitting on the limestone plateau that dominates the valley of the Dordogne. This excellent Sauternes styled sweet white is produced from a blend of 90% Semillon, 5% Sauvignon
and 5% Muscadelle harvested manually over several selective ‘tries’, or passes whereby
only botrytis effected grapes are selected. Bright straw colour with pale gold edges and pale straw hue. The nose displays strong botrytis lift with aromas of honeyed apricots, peach, spice and tropical fruits. Rich, luscious, mouthfilling palate flavours of honey, apricots, tropical fruits and spice. An almost creamy like texture is combined with a perfect acid balance that keeps the wine fresh.Clean, dry finish, with long aftertaste of honey, apricots and spice.
Cellar 4-5 years (2014-2015)
Alc 13.0%