Château Beychevelle

Château Beychevelle is a 4th Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 classification, on the Saint-Julien appellation. Its name comes from the fact that boats ‘lowered the sails’, passing in front of the castle when it belonged to the Governor of Guyenne, in the 17th century. The current owner of the castle is the Castel Group at 50%, in partnership with the Japanese group Suntory. The estate consists of 250 hectares, including 90 hectares of vineyards.

Tannic and elegant, the 2011 vintage is a beautiful classic of the appellation. Its deep garnet color brings confidence, like its bouquet. Thin and complex, this one evokes vanilla, moka and red fruits. A fresh and fruity attack opens on a generous, rich and powerful palate, which stretches into a long finish with flavors of chocolate and coffee cream.

Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate – Château Beychevelle 2011 rated 87/100.