1988 Château Beychevelle
FRANCE / BORDEAUX / SAINT-JULIEN
- 84 WA
- 90 WS
- Variety
Red Bordeaux Blend
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Wine Spectator | Rating: 90
One of the best bottles from Beychevelle in a long time. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and aromas of raspberry and mint with a hint of violet. Lead pencil and fruit appear on the long aftertaste.--1988 Bordeaux horizontal.Author: James SucklingWine Advocate | Rating: 84
Relatively light and lacking concentration, with an under-ripe, green streak to its flavors, the 1988 Beychevelle will age well, but it lacks the depth and ripeness to provide excitement.Author: Robert Parker
Built in magnificent 18th century Louis XV style, Chateau Beychevelle sits in the St. Julien district of the Medoc, with neighbors including Chateau Gloria and Chateau St. Pierre. The name Beychevelle was derived from the expression "Baisse-Vaille" meaning "lower sails". This act was a symbol of respect by the French Navy to the Duc d'Eperon, who was Admiral of France at the time and 16th century owner of the estate. The chateau is a 4eme Cru Classe, and produces a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. At its best, the wine is known for its rich, concentrated fruit that ages with ease. In addition to its flagship wine, the estate also makes a second label called Amiral de Beychevelle and an AC Haut Medoc production called Brulieres de Beychevelles.
See other similar producers:Chateau Pontet Canet,Chateau Lagrange,Chateau Giscours
See other similar producers:Chateau Pontet Canet,Chateau Lagrange,Chateau Giscours
Collector Data For This Wine
- 359 bottles owned
- 50 collectors