The 2016 Château Beychevelle is composed of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc. It begins with inviting aromatics of red currants and cassis which are nuanced by leather, spring florals, graphite and licorice. This medium-bodied red is well structured with notable overall balance. Shows lovely bright fruits on the palate with excellent depth and freshness. Overall, this is a gorgeous Saint-Julien however it is quite tanninc at this early stage and will demand at least a half decade of cellaring to soften, but it certainly has incredible potential.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 94 |
$90 |
2024-2039 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| France |
Bordeaux |
Saint-Julien |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. D'Angelo |
January, 2019 |
NA |
