Château Beychevelle, a prestigious 3rd Growth estate from Saint-Julien, encompasses 90 hectares of vines planted on Garonne gravel soils. The 2016 vintage is a meticulous blend of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot.

This wine showcases a harmonious balance of refinement and tradition. On the palate, it delivers a generous yet precise expression, characterized by silky textures and opulent flavors. With remarkable beauty and power, this vintage elegantly combines subtlety, complexity, freshness, and depth, embodying the timeless legacy of the estate.

Château Beychevelle, a prestigious 3rd Growth estate from Saint-Julien, encompasses 90 hectares of vines planted on Garonne gravel soils. The 2016 vintage is a meticulous blend of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot.

This wine showcases a harmonious balance of refinement and tradition. On the palate, it delivers a generous yet precise expression, characterized by silky textures and opulent flavors. With remarkable beauty and power, this vintage elegantly combines subtlety, complexity, freshness, and depth, embodying the timeless legacy of the estate.

Vintage
2016
Period
2010s
Producer, Name of wine
Chateau Beychevelle
Classification
4ème Grand Cru Classé
Number of bottles
2
Bottle size
Bottles (0.75L)
Country
France
Region
Saint-Julien
Critic Score
96/100 points, James Suckling
Label condition
Fully intact, readable label