{"title":"Château Bellegarde","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Bellegarde is a red wine producer based in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. Margaux sits on the left bank of the Gironde estuary in the Médoc, where the deep, well-drained gravel soils over clay subsoils are considered particularly well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargaux is one of the four communes granted their own communal appellation within the Médoc, covering around 1,500 hectares across five villages. The appellation is often associated with wines that combine structure with a notable aromatic finesse and silky texture — characteristics attributed in part to the fine gravel and sandy elements of its soils. These conditions encourage vines to root deeply, moderating the influence of both drought and excess moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate works with the classic left-bank Bordeaux blend, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. This combination is standard across the Médoc, with Cabernet Sauvignon typically forming the backbone, Merlot contributing roundness, Cabernet Franc adding aromatic complexity, and Petit Verdot providing depth of colour and tannin. The 2021 vintage in Bordeaux was shaped by a challenging growing season with late frosts and variable summer conditions, generally favouring producers who managed yields carefully and harvested selectively.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-bellegarde-margaux-1","title":"Château Bellegarde - Margaux","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Bellegarde is a distinguished producer in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France's most celebrated wine region. This red wine is crafted from a traditional blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot—the classic varieties that define Left Bank Bordeaux. The estate's winemaking philosophy emphasizes balance and elegance, resulting in a wine characterized by soft tannins and a silky texture that reflects the terroir of this prestigious region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine displays a light intensity with floral and spicy notes, making it approachable yet sophisticated. At 13% alcohol, it offers refined complexity without heaviness. Margaux's gravelly soils and favorable microclimate produce wines known for finesse and harmony—qualities evident in Château Bellegarde's refined profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair this Margaux with beef, lamb, venison, and game birds for classic wine and food harmony. It also complements duck, roasted root vegetables, mushrooms, and cheese boards featuring Roquefort and Parmesan. The wine's structure makes it equally suited to caramel-based desserts, offering remarkable versatility for both formal dining and intimate gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Bellegarde","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":55795963003260,"sku":"Bellegarde - Margaux - 2021 - 75cl","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/6758\/files\/ChateauBellegardeMargaux.jpg?v=1758885371"}],"url":"https:\/\/onshorecellars.com\/collections\/producer-chateau-bellegarde.oembed","provider":"Onshore Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}