Château Bel-Air
Lussac Saint-Émilion
Lussac-Saint-Émilion
2019
Vintage
Varietal
Merlot
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2024-2029), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2029, with a drinking horizon to 2035.
The ‘19 Lussac Saint-Émilion.
Château Bel-Air Lussac Saint-Émilion 2019 is a Merlot from France.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Château Bel-Air's 2019 Lussac Saint-Émilion should suggest Merlot aromas of ripe plum, black cherry and violets, with a subtle herbal note. Expect a balanced, supple palate, tannins lending gentle shape and acidity keeping the fruit fresh. Its peak years run from 2024 to 2029, inside a drinking span that reaches 2035. The finish should be soft and savory, with plum skin, spice and faint earth.
The 2019 vintage
Château Bel-Air's 2019 Lussac Saint-Émilion is a Merlot from France.
About Château Bel-Air
Château Bel-Air's Lussac Saint-Émilion is a Merlot from France.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Braised lamb shanks with rosemary garlic
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Grilled duck breast with cherry reduction
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged beef tartare with truffle mustard
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Château Bel-Air Lussac Saint-Émilion 2019?
Château Bel-Air Lussac Saint-Émilion 2019 is a Merlot from France.
When should Château Bel-Air Lussac Saint-Émilion 2019 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2022-2035. Within that arc, the peak window is 2024-2029. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Château Bel-Air Lussac Saint-Émilion 2019?
Pair this wine with Braised lamb shanks with rosemary garlic; Grilled duck breast with cherry reduction; or Aged beef tartare with truffle mustard.