The 2019 Beauregard Bordeaux Blend is a red wine produced in the Pomerol region of Bordeaux, France. This vintage, characterized by its rich and robust profile, has garnered considerable attention and high praise from several esteemed wine critics.
James Suckling gave this wine a score of 93, noting its "perfumed nose of blackberries, blueberries, dark cherries, sweet praline, chocolate, and dried lemons." He described it as "medium-to-full-bodied with fine tannins," emphasizing its "beautiful sweetly spiced fruit" and "creamy finish." Suckling suggests this wine will be ready to drink from 2025.
Jeb Dunnuck, who awarded the 2019 Beauregard a score of 94, highlighted its "pure, elegant, seamless style." He noted aromas of "black cherries, darker currants, leafy herbs, and floral notes," and praised its "wonderfully textured, medium to full-bodied" profile with "gorgeous tannins" and "a great finish." Dunnuck believes this wine is on par with the 2018 vintage and expects it to drink well for 15-20 years.
Vinous also scored this wine 94 points, with Antonio Galloni commenting on its "powerful, deep and super-expressive" nature. He observed "black cherry, mocha, espresso, licorice, dried flowers, and menthol" flavors, describing it as "big, bold and delicious." Galloni noted the wine's "muscular style" and its significant progress in recent years.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave the wine a slightly lower score of 91, but still praised its "rich bouquet of plums, cherries, baking chocolate, and licorice." William Kelley described the palate as "full-bodied, fleshy and sumptuous," with "melting tannins and ripe but succulent acids." He noted that this certified-organic estate has benefited from careful winemaking practices.
Jane Anson, awarding another 94 points, admired its "beautiful structure and freshness," noting it "delivers on its En Primeur promise." She highlighted the wine's "layered" complexity, with "sage, smoked earth, cigar box, fragrant rosebud," and "damson and black cherry fruit."
Decanter gave the highest score of 95, describing it as "rich and concentrated but delivered in a velvet glove." The reviewer appreciated its "super soft and succulent" texture, "cooling mint, liquorice and mineral aspect," and "structure and sophistication," calling it a "classy, well-made wine."
Jeff Leve also rated the wine 94 points, praising its "elegant, silky, fresh and pure" nature. He noted the presence of "layers of lusciously-textured, soft, vibrant cherries," and flavors of "flowers, truffle, dark chocolate, and plums."
Overall, the 2019 Beauregard Bordeaux Blend is celebrated for its depth, elegance, and complexity, making it a highly recommended choice for red wine enthusiasts.