Deep colour. Rich nose, burnt oak, notes of sloe, blackcurrant and cherry. Dense, full mouthfeel with silky substance. More of the rich aromatics deployed on the nose. Long woody, chocolatey aftertaste. A top of the range wine, still in its early years.

From selected parcels of Chateau Belingard, this is a great success for the cool 2007 vintage. There is black berry richness to balance the severe tannins, while the element of freshness is well integrated into the final stalky acidity. Age for 3–4 years. ——R.V.(12/15/2010)—— 90