Chateau Bellefont Belcier 2013

Blend: 77% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon Alcohol: 13.5% Aging: 80% new French oak barrel Appearance: Deep ruby color Aroma: Aromas of sweet cherries, ripe blue fruits, espresso, smoke, and hints of lead pencil Palate: Medium-bodied with soft, fresh texture Good concentration and nicely integrated tannins Some reviewers noted a dominant oak presence, which may mellow with age1 Finish: Smooth and lingering, with a balance of fruit and oak