CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum
CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum
CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum
CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum
CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum
CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum
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1981

CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 1981 Magnum

Wine 1981 4ème Cru Classé  Bordeaux Saint Julien

Grape variety/Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (~62%), Merlot (~31%), Cabernet Franc (~5%), Petit Verdot (~2%) (variations are possible from one vintage to another)

Food and Wine Pairing: Beef and venison

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SoDivin August - 2011
SoDivin
Moderately aromatic nose, black fruit, chocolate, great power, concentrated, rich, well integrated but can still wait.
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3 / 5
Michael Broadbent
Michael Broadbent
Information on the vintage 1981 red Bordeaux : A good claret vintage
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86 / 100
Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider August - 2021
Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider
With more focus on its earthy, tobacco, herbal, cigar box and leafy secondary notes than its bright, fresh, crisp red berries, this is already entered into a slow decline. If you have a bottle, it is time to drink up.
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Vintage Wine  1981
Classification Médoc - 4ème Cru Classé 
Region Bordeaux
Appellation Saint Julien
Colour Red
Volume 1.50 l
Country France
Alcohol content 13.00% vol
Château Château Beychevelle
Château Beychevelle
Château Beychevelle

Château Beychevelle is one of the most emblematic estates of the Saint-Julien appellation, on the left bank of Bordeaux. Classified as a Fourth Grand Cru Classé in 1855, it has embodied for several centuries a singular style, at once elegant, balanced and profoundly Médocain. Its name, derived from the legend of "Baisse-Voile" (Lower the Sail), directly refers to its majestic location on the banks of the Gironde and its historical role in Bordeaux river trade.

The vineyard of Château Beychevelle extends over approximately 90 hectares, planted predominantly with Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small proportion of Petit Verdot. The deep gravel soils, typical of Saint-Julien, ensure optimal drainage and promote regular maturation, contributing to the qualitative consistency of the cru.

The wines of Beychevelle are distinguished by their harmony, silky texture and aromatic finesse, combining black fruits, spicy notes and a subtly oaked touch. Capable of evolving gracefully over several decades, they rank among the classic references of the Médoc. Vintages such as Château Beychevelle 1947, Château Beychevelle 1967, Château Beychevelle 1989, Château Beychevelle 1983, Château Beychevelle 1986, Château Beychevelle 2005, perfectly illustrate the consistency and ageing potential of this great wine.

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