What is this wine?
Brulières de Beychevelle is the certified-organic second wine of Château Beychevelle, the famed Fourth Growth of Saint-Julien. The vineyards for Brulières lie just outside the appellation boundary in the Haut-Médoc, planted mainly to Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon on gravelly soils. The 2019 vintage is considered excellent in Bordeaux, yielding ripe yet balanced wines with great depth.
Why get this wine?
This bottle gives you the pedigree of a classified growth estate at a fraction of the price. With organic farming, careful winemaking, and the hallmark elegance of Beychevelle, Brulières offers both approachability and serious quality. It’s an ideal option for Bordeaux lovers looking for value and authenticity.
What does this wine taste like?
Medium to full-bodied, with blackcurrant, plum, and blackberry layered with notes of cedar, graphite, and spice. Polished tannins and fresh acidity bring balance to the ripe fruit.
When should you drink this wine?
Drinking beautifully now with a short decant, but will evolve gracefully through 2030. Pairs well with roast lamb, beef dishes, or hearty stews.
