Ratings
94-95 points James Suckling · 93-94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate · 93 points Falstaff · 92-94 points Vinous
Identity
| Producer | Château Beychevelle |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | 4th Grand Cru Classé |
| Grapes | 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Dark ruby red with violet reflections |
| Aroma | Aromas of black fruits, cassis, licorice, lavender, blueberries, hazelnuts, walnut, plums, pen ink, violets, pencil shavings, mocha, graphite, cedar, sappy tobacco, spring flowers, minerality |
| Palate | Medium to full-bodied, juicy, fleshy, silky, with ripe polished tannins, balanced acidity, structured, elegant, refined, with a creamy cassis and fresh raspberry character |
| Finish | Long, savory, with a structured, almost Pauillac-like finish, notes of graphite, spice, and a persistent elegant finish |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with red meats, game, roasted dishes, grilled lamb, beef, and aged cheeses |
| Aging Potential | More than 20 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.3 |
| Aging Process | Aged in oak barrels with 70% new French oak |
Terroir
| Soil | Deep Garonne gravel soils |
| Vine Age | Approximately 30 years average vine age |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-harvested with sorting on the vine and at the winery |
Interesting facts
| Château Beychevelle is a 4th Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, with origins dating back to 1565. The name comes from the tradition of ships lowering their sails ('baisser la voile') when passing the estate. |
Logistics
| Weight | 1.8 kg (gross weight) |
| Cork | Natural cork |
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