{"product_id":"ch-bellevue-monbazillac-cuvee-selectionnee-2023-75cl","title":"Ch. Bellevue Monbazillac Cuvee selectionnee 2023 75cl","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVibrant Botrytis Finesse, Candied Citrus, and Southwest French Richness\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eLocated on the clay-limestone hillsides south of the Dordogne River overlooking Bergerac, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eChâteau Bellevue\u003c\/b\u003e (managed by Vignobles Lajonie) benefits from Monbazillac’s unique microclimate. The damp autumn morning fogs generated by the river valley, followed by warm afternoon sun, create the perfect conditions for \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"313\"\u003eBotrytis cinerea\u003c\/i\u003e (noble rot).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eCuvée Sélectionnée\u003c\/b\u003e represents a hand-selected harvest of botrytized grapes, picking only the most concentrated clusters. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"129\"\u003e2023 vintage\u003c\/b\u003e delivered excellent natural sweetness balanced by a clean, vibrant acid line that keeps the wine lifted and nimble rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Profile (2026 Perspective)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eAromatic, Floral, and Honeyed.\u003c\/b\u003e Expressive and bright, featuring top notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003equince, candied orange peel, and fresh lychee\u003c\/b\u003e, complemented by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eyellow peach, wild honeysuckle, and a touch of beeswax\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePlush, Round, and Vibrant.\u003c\/b\u003e Lush entry with sweet core flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003eapricot preserves, preserved lemon, and green apple\u003c\/b\u003e. A driving streak of citrus acidity offsets the unctuous residual sugar, maintaining freshness across the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eClean, Zesty, and Spicy.\u003c\/b\u003e Finishes with persistent notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003ecandied citrus zest, ginger spice, and a delicate mineral salinity\u003c\/b\u003e that cleanses the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\"\u003eChâteau Bellevue \/ Vignobles Lajonie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0\"\u003eMonbazillac AOC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,1,0\"\u003eSouthwest France (Bergerac \/ Dordogne)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,1,0\"\u003e~70% Sémillon, 25% Muscadelle, 5% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,5,1,0\"\u003eClay-limestone slopes (facing north towards the Dordogne valley)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,6,1,0\"\u003eSelective manual passes (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003etries\u003c\/i\u003e) for botrytized berries; temperature-controlled tank fermentation and aging on fine lees to preserve primary fruit purity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV \/ Style\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,7,1,0\"\u003e~13% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2026 – 2038.\u003c\/b\u003e Approachable and brightly energetic today, but its sugar-acid balance and Sémillon core give it long cellaring potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eServe chilled at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003e8–10°C\u003c\/b\u003e. Monbazillac is legendary for its ability to bridge sweet-and-savory gaps, making it a powerful tool for gastronomy beyond simple desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Savory Classic:\u003c\/b\u003e Sensational alongside \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eRoquefort, Blue Stilton, or aged goat cheese\u003c\/b\u003e, where the salt and cream of the cheese cut straight through the wine's botrytis sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Bistro Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Outstanding with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003eFoie Gras, duck terrine with fig chutney, or sweet-and-sour dishes like pork tenderloin with glazed quince\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Nordic\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair alongside \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003ePan-seared Foie Gras or Duck Liver Parfait with Cloudberry Jam (Lakkahillo)\u003c\/b\u003e, or an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"118\"\u003eAged Peltola Blue Cheese plate\u003c\/b\u003e. The wine's quince and candied orange notes elevate the wild, bittersweet cloudberries while slicing through rich fats effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58931412173174,"sku":"3462170611313","price":21.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/chbellevue.png?v=1791444699","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/ch-bellevue-monbazillac-cuvee-selectionnee-2023-75cl","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}