Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) 2017

Medium to deep garnet-purple colour with pronounced black cherries, kirsch, baked plums and boysenberries scents plus nuances of bay leaves, star anise and pencil shavings with a waft of roses. Medium to full-bodied, with rounded tannins and bold freshness, finishing with great length and purity.
$196.00
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  • Country : France
  • Region: Saint-Emilion
  • Wine Style: Red - Full & Bold
  • Grape: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
WS
94
RP
96
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The vineyards of Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot has a long and interesting history in the region. In fact, what we know of as Beau-Sejour Becot today was first cultivated with vines by the ancient Romans more than 2,000 years ago. Beau-Séjour Bécot's 20 hectares of vineyards are superbly sited on a limestone plateau in the north-west part of the appellation. The wine is a blend of 70% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Franc and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon - the grapes are fermented in temperature-controlled, stainless steel vats, and the wine is matured in oak barriques (50-70% new) for 18-20 months.
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Region Info/Origin

Saint-Emilion is a charming medieval village located in the heart of the famous Bordeaux wine area. It is a unique site where world-famous wineries, beautiful architecture and great monuments can be found. The legend tells a story about a monk, Emilion, from Brittany who fled from his hometown in Vannes to seek refuge in the eighth century. Living the life of a hermit, he accomplished a few miracles and rapidly became famous in the region and even far beyond its border. Even after his death his followers carried on his legacy and even named the town after his name. From the ninth century to the 19th century, men had the will to mine the soil in order to standardise the whole architectural looking of not only the city of Saint-Emilion but also a few ones in the region (such as Right Banc Bordeaux).   
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