Excellence de Belliard is a rare wine from the best parcel of their vineyards. These centenary-old vines regulate themselves naturally to offer a limited production of 1.200 bottles per hectare.
L'imperial is a special collection with your St Emilion Grand Cru in a 6 litre bottle (equivalent of 8 bottles). Perfect for those large gatherings to impress your guests, but as impressive displayed on your bar or kitchen island!
GRAPE VARIETY: 70 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 25 % Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
LOCATION: Saint Estephe
SOIL: Sand and Gravel
WINEMAKING: Traditional Medoc fermentation for 3 weeks in a thermoregulated steel vats with no filtration
AGEING IN BARREL: 24 months
AGEING POTENTIAL IN BOTTLE: 20 years
COLOR: Intense Ruby color
NOSE: Ripe dark fruits, plum, blackberry and chocolate with a touch of tobacco.
MOUTH: Well-structured and complex. This wine perfectly represents the great character and elegance of the great red Bordeaux.
SERVICE: Between 16 & 18ºC.
FOOD PARING: Any red meat, poultry and cheese. Roasted duck with pecan pureé
Excellence de Belliard St Estèphe 2014 L'Imperial
Harvest is done manually by a selection of the best
berries to optimize product quality.Particular care is taken to the management of the vineyards. The plough by draft horses is used to oxygenate the soil and protect the vines in order to avoid the plant growth stress. Algae are placed on vine stocks as the iodine burns the grass and leads simultaneously organic substance to fertilize the soil.
This meticulous care given to the vine, allows Xavier and his team to produce a powerful and concentrated wine of elegance and rare complexity. The roundness of the Excellence range allows them to be tasted young and also with a strong aging potential.
RETURNS
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We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You'll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at info@storyandwine.com. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address:
5 Brayford Square, London, ENG, E1 0SG, United KingdomIf your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. Please note that if your country of residence is not United Kingdom, shipping your goods may take longer than expected.
You can always contact us for any return questions at info@storyandwine.com.
Damages and Issues
Please inspect your order upon receipt and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we may evaluate the issue and make it right.
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
European Union 3 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 3 days for any reason and without justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return to let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at info@storyandwine.com.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY POLICY
Last updated Jan 22, 2023
This Shipping & Delivery policy is part of our Terms of Service ("Terms") and should be therefore read alongside our main Terms:
www.storyandwine.com/termsandconditions
Please carefull review our Shipping & Delivery Policy when purchasing our products. This policy will apply to any order you place with us.
WHAT ARE SHIPPING AND DELIVERY OPTIONS?
We offer various options. In some cases, a third-party supplier may be managing our inventoryand will be responsible for shipping your products.
Shipping fees
We offer shipping at the folliwng rates
Shipping Method Shipping Fee
Courrier (6 bottles)
Anytime between £8
8am & 7pm
Courrier (12 bottles)
Anytime between £15
8am & 7pm
Courrier (24 bottles)
Anytime 8am & 7pm £25
All times and dates given fordelivery of the products are given in good faith but are estimated only.
For EU and UK customers: This does not affect your statutory rights. Unless specifically noted, estimated delivery times reflect the earliest available delivery, and deliveries will be made within 30 days after the day we accept your order. For more information, please refer to our Terms.
Please be advised that courrier costs could change depending on your location, the courrier we use or unforeseen circumstances. Once it is sent, you will receive an email with your tracking information.
HOW IS MY SUBSCRIPTION FULFILLED?
If you are being a subscription, we will deliver on: Each month at the pre-set date of your choice.
Product substitution can be made up to 5 days prior to your delivery.
DO YOU DELIVER INTERNATIONALLY?
We deliver worldwilde shipping. Free shipping is not valid on international orders.
For information about customs process:
- Visit here
Please note, we may be subject to various rules and restrictions in relation to some international deliveries and you may be subject to additonal taxes and duties over which we have no control. If such cases apply, you are responsible for complying with the laws applicable to the country where you live and will be responsible for any such addtional costs or taxes.
ARE THERE OTHER SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS?
Orders cannot be shipped to P.O boxes.
Orders only shipped on business days Monday to Friday.
To ensure same delivery day, orders must be placed before 2pm.
WHAT HAPPENED IF MY ORDER IS DELAYED?
If your delivery is delayed for any reasons, we will let you know as soon as possible and advise you of a revised estimate date for delivery.
For EU and UK customers: This does not affect your statutory rights. For more information, refer to our Terms.
QUESTIONS ABOUT RETURNS?
If you have any questions about returns, please refer to our Return Policy:
https://www.storyandwine.com/returnsandrefundpolicy
HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS POLICY?
If you have any further comments or questions, you may contact us by:
- Email: info@storyandwine.com
- Online contact form: https://www.storyandwine.com/contactus
“Since 1497, the Belliard family produces wine with passion. Over the centuries, we have been cultivating vines with a requirement for perfection.
Belliard family in the XXth century became the owner of various chateaux, through the acquisition of new estates, we have diversified our range of wines.
Accordingly, respecting our heritage, we have developed our trading activity on national and international levels. Our company Belliard Vins Selections connects tradition and modernity, in this way we can share our passion for wine across all continents.
The Belliard family history dates back to 1497 when Pierre Belliard planted his first vineyard at Entre-Deux-Mers. According to history, a prominent member of the family, General Agustin saved the life of Napoleon Bonaparte when his horse getting shot on a lake during an Italian war.
Xavier Belliard previously owned the famous Château Renon, Cadillac.
