Saint Julien

Chateau Beychevelle - Saint Julien 2022

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Saint Julien
Name Saint-Julien
Variety Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Vintage 2022
Gradation 13.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, notes of cedar and tobacco
Vinification method Steel fermentation, wood aging
Region Bordeaux
Production area Saint-Julien, Médoc
Country France
Type Red wine
Aging 12-18 months
Type of cask French oak barrique
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 10-15 years
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses

The Chateau Beychevelle, hailing from the renowned Saint Julien region in Bordeaux, is a magnificent example of balance and elegance. This wine is a classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with minor notes of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, which combine to create a harmonious and complex expression. On the nose, it stands out for its intense aromas of ripe red fruits, such as blackberry and currant, along with hints of tobacco and vanilla, resulting from skillful aging in French oak barrels. On the palate, the Chateau Beychevelle reveals itself as rich and structured, with soft and well-integrated tannins leading to a long and persistent finish. Perfect to serve with robust dishes like red meat roasts, the Chateau Beychevelle is also a specimen that can benefit from a few more years of aging in the cellar, thus evolving towards an even more nuanced and intriguing bouquet. A wine that masterfully celebrates the winemaking tradition of Bordeaux.


The winery

Saint-Julien – Winery in Médoc, Bordeaux

Discover the story and wines of Saint-Julien.

A communal appellation of the Médoc (Bordeaux), known for its elegant, structured red wines; it hosts a high concentration of 1855 Classified Growths in the Saint-Julien-Beychevelle area.
Region: Médoc, Bordeaux
Country: Francia
Founded: 1936
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carménère
A Médoc communal appellation renowned for its balance of power and elegance. Gravelly soils with excellent drainage, ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon. Includes 11 Crus Classés from the 1855 Bordeaux classification. Production limited to red wines, typically suitable for aging. Limited in extent but highly significant in terms of quality within the Bordeaux region.
Winery history
Viticulture in the Saint-Julien area has developed over centuries, gaining increasing renown from the modern era onward. The communal appellation was officially recognized by decree on 14 November 1936; over time the area has become home to numerous châteaux classified in 1855.
Production philosophy
Production aims to express the balance of power and finesse typical of the Rive Gauche: age-worthy wines crafted from blends dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with careful attention to ripening and the harmony between structure and aromatics.
Terroir and vineyards
Located on the left bank of the Gironde estuary, between the appellations of Margaux and Pauillac, the area is characterized by gravelly croupes and alluvial soils with good drainage. The climate is temperate oceanic, influenced by its proximity to the Gironde.
Awards and recognitions
High concentration of Crus Classés from the 1855 Classification.

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