Château de Belcier
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A grand 18th-century estate revitalized by MACIF with Michel Rolland consulting, producing structured, age-worthy Castillon reds with a premium prestige cuvée.
Château de Belcier is a historic estate dating from the 1780s, located in the commune of Les Salles-de-Castillon at the heart of Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux. Built in classical style with triangular pediments, it was partially reconstructed by François de Belcier, a counter-revolutionary guillotined in 1794. The property has been owned since 2008 by MACIF, one of France's largest mutual insurance companies, under whose stewardship the château has undergone significant restoration and quality improvement. The estate covers 67 hectares in total, with 52 hectares of producing vines planted on clay-limestone and silty-clay soils on a prominent limestone plateau. The vineyard is planted with 69% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Malbec — a classic right-bank Bordeaux composition. Vinification involves 12 days of maceration at 28°C, followed by aging in French oak barrels. The château produces three wines: its flagship Château de Belcier, the premium single-parcel cuvée Le Pin de Belcier (vinified with 30 days maceration and aged in 100% new oak), and a second wine sold as Château de Monrecueil or B de Belcier. The estate's technical direction is guided by world-renowned oenologist Michel Rolland, ensuring wines of consistent depth, structure, and aging potential.
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Who Is This For?
For fans of classic, structured Right Bank Bordeaux who value heritage estates with aging potential and the assurance of world-class technical consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who owns Château de Belcier and what is its history?
- Château de Belcier was built in the 1780s and has a turbulent history tied to the French Revolution. Since 2008 it has been owned by MACIF, one of France's largest mutual insurance companies, which has invested heavily in restoring the château and elevating wine quality.
- What is the grape blend used at Château de Belcier?
- The vineyard is planted with 69% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Malbec on clay-limestone and silty-clay soils — a classic Castillon composition that mirrors the wines of neighboring Saint-Émilion.
- Who consults on winemaking at Château de Belcier?
- Michel Rolland, one of the world's most celebrated and influential oenologists, serves as technical consultant to Château de Belcier, ensuring consistent quality and precision across all vintages.
- What wines does Château de Belcier produce?
- The estate produces three wines: the flagship Château de Belcier; Le Pin de Belcier, a premium prestige cuvée made with 30 days maceration and aged in 100% new French oak; and a second wine sold as Château de Monrecueil or B de Belcier.
- Is Château de Belcier suitable for aging?
- Yes. The wines feature deep color, dense dark fruit, and substantial tannin structure that allow them to develop gracefully in the cellar. The premium Le Pin de Belcier especially rewards several years of bottle aging.