Bell'Aja Bolgheri Superiore
ベッラーヤ ボルゲリ・スペリオーレ
Agricola San Felice
Merlot · Cabernet Sauvignon
About this wine
The flagship red from San Felice's Bell'Aja estate in Bolgheri's Le Sondraie zone, near the Tyrrhenian Sea. Predominantly Merlot (roughly 90-95% depending on vintage) from the oldest parcel of the vineyard, with a small addition of Cabernet Sauvignon, cooled by sea breezes that lend freshness to this Bordeaux-style blend.
A Merlot-forward Bordeaux blend with a distinctly coastal, saline freshness.
Sommelier's Note
"Bell'Aja proves San Felice's ambitions extend well beyond Chianti Classico — this is a serious Bolgheri contender."
Food Pairings
Pairs with grilled lamb, duck breast, and rich tomato-based meat dishes.
When to drink it
Fine dining, special dinners, cellar-worthy gifting
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $58-77 (approx. ¥9,000-11,900; reference conversion from US retail)
Terroir & Winemaking
Predominantly Merlot (approx. 90-95%) with Cabernet Sauvignon, from vines cooled by proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea in Bolgheri's Le Sondraie zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where are the Bell'Aja grapes grown?
- In Bolgheri's Le Sondraie zone, close to the Tyrrhenian Sea, in vineyards cooled by sea breezes.
- What is the grape composition of Bell'Aja Superiore?
- It is predominantly Merlot (roughly 90-95% depending on vintage) with a small addition of Cabernet Sauvignon.
- What does 'Superiore' mean for this Bolgheri wine?
- Bolgheri Superiore is a stricter DOC subcategory requiring longer aging and higher quality standards than standard Bolgheri Rosso.
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