Château Beychevelle 2022

Saint-Julien AOC 4eme Grand Cru Classe

/ 5 ( reviews)

92-94, Robert Parker, 2023
95-97, Neal Martin, 2023
95-97+, Jeb Dunnuck, 2023
94-95pts, James Suckling, 2023
17.5pts, Jancis Robinson, 2023
92-94, William Kelley - The Wine Advocate, 2023
94-96, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 2023

One of the most beautiful châteaux of the Médoc, Château Beychevelle produces wines that more than live up to its impressive setting. Exquisite finesse, length and complexity – no wonder the wines are held in such high esteem. 94-95pts for 2022.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Medium body, elegant, fine-grained tannins, ripe black fruit, long

Aroma

Ripe cassis, plum, cherry, with floral hints, herbs and spice

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

More information

Red - Medium Bodied
Cabernet Based Blend
France
Deep purple crimson

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750.00 ml
31 December, 2047

One of 10 Fourth Growths listed in the Bordeaux classification of 1855, Château Beychevelle is a jewel of the Médoc, with fairytale architecture and outstanding wines to match. The label depicts a galley complete with sail, in honour of the time when the château was owned by Duc d’Epernon, Admiral of France, in the 16th century. The expression ‘baisse-vaille’ means ‘lower the sails’ and it later merged to become the name of the château – Beychevelle. Critic James Suckling called Bordeaux’s 2022 vintage “exceptional”, and Antonio Galloni said: “Forced to pick one appellation for attention, it is Saint-Julien”. This is a Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot-blend, with a dash of Petit Verdot, showing pure fruits and creamy new oak spice.

"Tannins are very well-integrated with bright fruit of currants and blackberries. Vivid and pretty" James Suckling
Critic, 94-95 Points