2012 Chateau de Bel-Air Lalande-de-Pomerol

Connected to Trotanoy & Dominus 94 Point Vintage, Robert Parker 40-Year-Old Vines, Historic Estate  BHW Has the Lowest Price Anywhere! Free shipping on 6 or More Bottles About the Wine We stole this classic Bordeaux from a distributor who was an exclusive supplier to the best restaurants in New York. You could pay $100 in a restaurant, or you could score this beauty, which is situated on the Pomerol appellation border, for a fraction of the price. Limited availability. Mentioned in the Cocks & Feret guides as one of the best wines of the appellation as early as 1922, Château de Bel-Air is situated on a sunny plateau that gently slopes southward. The historical quality of its wines and its privileged position, which guarantees the vineyard ideal sun exposure year-round, have continuously contributed to the acclaim of these high-quality wines. Michel de Laet Derache acquired the property in 2011.  The vines, averaging 40 years of age, are planted on a terroir of gravel brought