Château Beychevelle – Saint-Julien – Red – 2011
200,38 $
Château Beychevelle is a distinguished 4th Growth Classified Growth from Saint-Julien, Médoc. Known as the ‘Versailles of the Médoc’, it delivers exceptional elegance, silky tannins, and a complex profile of black fruit and cedar. A collector’s favorite with serious aging potential.
Château Beychevelle – Saint-Julien – Red – 2011:
Château Beychevelle: The Fourth Growth of Unrivaled Finesse
Known as the ‘Versailles of the Médoc’ for its striking classical architecture, Château Beychevelle is a Fourth Growth Classified in the 1855 Bordeaux ranking, representing the peak of Saint-Julien elegance. This is a must-have for any serious collector.
The estate’s Grand Vin is crafted from deep gravel soils overlooking the Gironde estuary, a terroir perfectly suited for expressing the nobility of Cabernet Sauvignon. Following meticulous plot-by-plot selection, the wine benefits from ‘haute-couture’ aging in the château’s state-of-the-art cellar, ensuring exceptional depth and complexity in every bottle.
Tasting Profile
- Color: Deep, rich garnet-purple.
- Nose: A sophisticated and intense bouquet of ripe blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum, beautifully interwoven with secondary notes of tobacco leaf, cedar, and graphite.
- Palate: The palate is medium to full-bodied, showcasing remarkable balance and a silky, velvety texture that is the hallmark of Saint-Julien. The tannins are firm yet polished, leading to a long, persistent finish that promises decades of aging potential.
Pairing & Serving Suggestions
This fine Bordeaux is built for memorable dining experiences. Decant young vintages for two hours to allow the wine to fully open. Serve at 60-64°F (16-18°C) alongside rich, savory dishes.
Saint-Julien 2011
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| Domain | Château Beychevelle |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Country | France |
| Color | RED |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Format | 750 ml |
| Packing | 12 |
