Amiral De Beychevelle 2017

Introduction

Amiral de Beychevelle is the second wine of Chateau Beychevelle, one of the more popular third growths in the 1855 Bordeaux classification. This dense ruby/purple wine displays meaty, crushed rock minerality, strong and powerful flavours and depth. This is an impressive second wine, built for serious aging of up to 10-15 years. Blend: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot. Ageing: 18 months in oak barrels, renewed for 50% every year.

The rigorous selection process undergone by the grand vin results in the creation of its younger brother, Amiral de Beychevelle. Despite being made from young vines, Amiral de Beychevelle benefits from the same growing techniques, meticulous sorting, and traditional barrel ageing.It has the same elegance and finesse as its older brother, but reveals its character more quickly, offering wine-enthusiasts the full vivacity of its youth. It can be kept for up to fifteen years, depending on the vintage.