Ratings
90
Identity
| Producer | M. Chapoutier |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 60% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 5% Marselan |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep garnet red |
| Aroma | Intense fruity aromas of blackcurrant, raspberry, black pepper, white pepper, violet, garrigue, red fruits, cherry, red plum, floral notes, spices, dried herbs including laurel |
| Palate | Juicy, powerful, medium-bodied, fresh and fruity with red fruit notes, lovely roasted notes, silky and delicate tannins, balanced acidity, fleshy and harmonious |
| Finish | Clean and fruity finish with lingering notes of red fruit and a hint of spice, excellent freshness and healthy tannins driving a harmonious finish |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with grilled roasted red and white meats, lamb chops, sausages, barbecued beef, poultry such as roast chicken, turkey, duck with herbs, pizza, pasta especially lamb ragu, and medium-aged cheeses |
| Aging Potential | Drink now to 4-6 years |
| Serving Glassware | Large red wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 0.80 |
| pH | 3.7 |
Terroir
| Pebbly clay soils, soils with layers of stones, stony clay terraces, stony silty-sand |
Interesting facts
| Belleruche means 'beautiful beehive' in French, inspired by bees and hives thriving in the sustainable vineyards of M. Chapoutier. The producer is a pioneer in biodynamic winemaking with a history dating back to 1808. |