The Beau-Sejour Becot vineyard is situated on the western plateau of Saint-Emilion, in the old parish of Saint-Martin de Mazerat. The estate covers 18.5 hectares of which 16.52 hectares are planted with Merlot (70%), Cabernet Franc (24%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (6%) on chalky soil with fossilized starfish. The average age of the vines is 40 years old and the fruit is harvested by hand.

This wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in 80-100% new barrels depending on the vintage. It then ages in the cellar for 16 to 18 months at constant temperature of 16 degrees Celsius. Annual production is approximately 60,000 bottles.

Introducing the 2015 Beau-Sejour-Becot, a Bordeaux Blend from the esteemed region of Bordeaux, France. This wine is a masterpiece, clearly the best ever produced at Beau-Sejour-Becot. From the moment you place your nose in the glass, you are greeted with a wealth of enticing aromas. The bouquet is a symphony of flowers, licorice, smoke, black and red plums, dark cherry, espresso, and forest aromatics. It is a sensory delight that sets the stage for what's to come.

Once this wine hits your palate, it truly takes off. The sensuous textures and silky tannins create an elegant and refined mouthfeel. The concentrated layer of perfectly ripe, sweet, and fresh fruits envelops your taste buds, leaving a lasting impression. As the wine lingers on your palate, the flavors expand, revealing additional complexities and nuances. The presence of crushed stone adds a touch of minerality, enhancing the overall experience.

The 2015 Beau-Sejour-Becot has received high praise from critics, and rightly so. Jeff Leve, from TheWineCellarInsider.com, awarded it an impressive score of 96 points. He describes it as a wine that truly represents the pinnacle of quality for this estate. Similarly, Jeb Dunnuck, from jebdunnuck.com, awarded it 94 points and hailed it as a sensational powerhouse of a Saint-Emilion.

This cuvée is predominantly made from Merlot, with 20% Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, bringing additional complexity and structure to the blend. The grapes are sourced from a 19.5-hectare vineyard on the upper, limestone-dominated plateau, with vines averaging 40 years in age.

The 2015 Beau-Sejour-Becot has the potential to age gracefully for many years to come, but it is also undeniably delicious in its youth. It is a wine that demands attention and will leave a lasting impression on any wine enthusiast. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this exceptional Bordeaux blend.