Ranked #17 of 22 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc Petit Verdot from St-Julien
92/100
4 Stars
Huon Hooke
Initial bouquet features smoky charred oak aromas. It's strongly oaked and rich, with ripe fruit aromas and flavours. Full-body and a long carry. The texture and structure are not that refined, and it needs time. Loads of oak and a thick mouth-feel. Does it have the depth of fruit to balance the oak and tannin?
Tasted: 12/06/2018
Drink: 2018 to 2038
93 Points Robert Parker
The 2015 Beychevelle is a blend of 47% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot aged 18 months in barrel, 50% of which were new and 50% second fill. Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, it's scented of smoked meats, scorched earth, garrigue and new leather with a core of cassis, cherry cordial and plum preserves. The medium-bodied palate is a little firm but delicate, with lovely vibrancy and a bit of grip on the finish.
Reviewed by
Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Issue Date
22nd Feb 2018 Drink 2020 - 2039.
Source: Robert Parker.