The know-how of the winemakers begins with a radical selection of the very best plots: the highest-quality terroirs of the Côte are chosen and the grapes are carefully monitored throughout the ripening period
(RV) (12/2017)94 points James SucklingPerfumed red with so much presence and brightness
CA)CG91Connoisseurs' Guide
rose hip tea and fragrant soil over a core of crushed blackberries
Rating: 96+D95DecanterThis vintage is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon
Chateau Bellevue la Randee Bordeaux Rouge 2016 (750ml) Cork The know-how of the winemakersBordeaux Bad Boy Jean Luc Thunevin, and his wife Murielle Andraud, bought their first plot of unclassified Bordeaux vines in 1989, in Saint million. Working against the grain, Thunevin aimed for low yields and in 1991 released his first vintage of Chateau Valandraud, one of the worlds first garage wines. Using new oak and favoring extraction, Thunevin rocked the industry in France, not caring what anyone was thinking. Each year, Thunevin increased his