{"product_id":"2020-chateau-godard-bellevue-francs-cotes-de-bordeaux","title":"2020 Chateau Godard Bellevue Francs Cotes de Bordeaux","description":"\u003cp\u003e92 Wine Enthusiast - The wine is ripe and smoky, with great black fruits and tannins. It is rich, as the wine's structure supports some powerful fruits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"380\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"36\"\u003e2020 Château Godard Bellevue\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent example of the value found in \u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eFrancs Côtes de Bordeaux\u003c\/strong\u003e, a small Right Bank appellation east of Saint-Émilion known for producing deeply flavored, Merlot-driven wines at approachable prices. Benefiting from Bordeaux's outstanding 2020 vintage, this wine combines generous fruit with impressive structure and aging potential.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eThe bouquet opens with aromas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eripe blackberry, black cherry, plum, cedar, graphite, tobacco leaf, and subtle toasted oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, accented by hints of violet and spice. The palate is rich and full-bodied, offering layers of dark fruit supported by polished tannins and fresh acidity. Notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"720\"\u003ecassis, cocoa, espresso, and baking spices\u003c\/strong\u003e carry through to a long, savory finish with touches of smoke and mineral complexity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eProduced from a traditional Bordeaux blend centered on \u003cstrong data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eMerlot with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine balances Right Bank plushness with classic Bordeaux structure. Wine Enthusiast awarded the 2020 vintage \u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, praising its ripe black fruit, smoky character, and firm structure, recommending drinking from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e2025 onward\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TWINS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39473047732297,"sku":"510000000007588","price":21.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/7165\/2425\/files\/ChateauGodardBellevueFrancsCotesdeBordeaux.png?v=1784743251","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewinemerchants.com\/products\/2020-chateau-godard-bellevue-francs-cotes-de-bordeaux","provider":"Vintage Wine Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}