2023 Château Beychevelle Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé
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Body: full-bodied. Like most red wines from ; 13.5% alcohol.
Tannin: firm. Aged in oak.
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Acidity: medium. The temperate climate of .
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Blend
- Cabernet Sauvignon : Bud break on April 1, flowering on May 25, véraison (first berries) on July 20, harvest from September 20 to October 6.
- Merlot : Bud break on March 25, flowering on May 20, veraison on July 11, harvest from September 13 to 25.
Harvest 2023
Spring began with a frost on April 5th, which, thanks to our constant vigilance, had no impact on the Château Beychevelle vineyard. Warm, dry weather followed, which favored an early harvest. A relatively wet summer, punctuated by stormy periods, could have favored the development of powdery mildew. However, thanks to good plant health management and the dedication of our teams, we were able to prevent this and preserve the quality of the harvest. September was exceptionally warm and sunny, with a late heatwave and average temperatures 4 degrees above seasonal norms. This will be a crucial factor for this vintage.
Starting on September 13th, we enjoyed a bountiful harvest. This was the longest harvest in Château Beychevelle's history, with 17 days of picking spread over four weeks. Thanks to the excellent health of the grapes, we were able to take breaks on rainy or hot days. Our emblematic grape varieties have reached excellent ripeness and are at their best.
Terroir
The strength of Château Beychevelle lies in its terroir, which consists of two deep, well-drained gravel hills near the Gironde estuary. This offers a unique microclimate, providing protection from the climatic events of 2023.
Tasting notes of the Château Beychevelle 2023
Château Beychevelle 2023 has a generous texture on the palate, with an exceptional concentration of red and black fruit and hints of spice. The wine is distinguished once again by its finesse and elegance. It has a silky texture on the palate, with mild tannins and a velvety feel.
- Colour : Deep and lush purple, announcing the great intensity of the wine.
- Nose : Black fruit aromas such as blackberries and black cherries, interwoven with soft woody notes and light smoky scents. Floral notes of violets add an extra dimension.
- Palate : The attack is lively and fresh, with a generous fruitiness harmonizing with woody vanilla nuances. The texture is remarkably fine and delicately caresses the palate. The varietal character is expressed through assertive tannins that extend the finish, providing strength, density, and tension. A slight acidity adds length to this harmonious balance.
Technical Information
- Blend : 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot.
- New Barrels : 70% new oak.
- Alcohol content : 13,33% vol.
- pH : 3.67
- Tannins : 4.58 g/l
- Total Acids : 3.8 g H2SO4/l
- Anthocyanins : 750 mg/l
Vineyard and Vinification
Château Beychevelle has 250 hectares of land, of which approximately 90 hectares are planted with vines. The remainder consists of grassland where Limousin cattle graze and woodlands of poplars, ash trees, and walnut trees. The vines are on average 30 years old and densely planted, with densities ranging from 8,300 to 10,000 vines per hectare. They have developed substantial root systems, allowing them to draw nutrients from deep within the soil and withstand sometimes challenging weather conditions, such as summer drought. The vineyard is planted with the three traditional grape varieties of the Médoc: 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot.
Château Beychevelle has always carefully preserved its environment and terroir. This commitment is embodied daily through our ISO 14001 certification and sustainable farming practices. Our new, modern winery, tailor-made for the vineyard, offers plot-by-plot vinification that allows each terroir to express its full complexity and depth. Innovation and tradition are combined in the winery, a perfect reflection of Château Beychevelle's haute couture expertise.
FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount . You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address.
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RP (93-94)
Reviewed by: William Kelley
The 2023 Beychevelle has turned out especially well this year, exhibiting a more integrated, seductive style than recent vintages that were constructed in a punchier, more extracted register. Offering up aromas of cassis and plums mingled with notions of pen ink, violets and pencil shavings, it's medium to full-bodied, broad and fleshy, with a deep core of fruit and a classy, suave profile that foregrounds the estate's prime vineyard holdings on the plateau around Ducru-Beaucaillou. It's a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot that represents 50% of the estate's production.
Published: Apr 26, 2024
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James Suckling
CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE ST.-JULIEN 2023
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2023
Score: 94-95
Pure fruit to this, with blueberries, hazelnuts, walnut and blackcurrants. Just like eating grapes at this stage. It has a full body, juicy tannins and a savory finish. Remains vivid and energetic.
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Vinous
(94-96)
Drinking Window
2033 - 2063
From: Bordeaux at the Crossroads: 2023 En Primeur (April 2024)
The 2023 Beychevelle is fabulous. As always, Beychevelle includes quite a bit more Merlot than most wines in the appellation, but the Cabernet is especially high here. Inky dark fruit, crème de cassis, mocha, licorice and lavender build in the glass. This juicy, extroverted Saint-Julien has a ton to offer. The combination of fruit intensity, acid and supporting structure is superb. The 2023 is showy, but not at all overdone. Beychevelle remains one of the most distinctive wines in all of Bordeaux. It is especially classy in this edition. Tasted two times.
- By Antonio Galloni on April 2024
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