Chateau Beausejour Duffau-Lagarrosse Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2023 750ml

Name: Chateau Beausejour Duffau-Lagarrosse Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2023 750ml
Brand: Chateau Beausejour Duffau Lagarrosse
SKU: 1022581
Price: 203.7 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 96.1 (7 reviews)

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SKU 1022581

$611.10/case

$203.70/bottle

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DC 98pts

WA 97pts

JS 97pts

JD 97pts

VM 96pts

TWI 95pts

WS 93pts

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A stellar wine from this newly-named Château Beauséjour estate (removing the Héritiers Duffau-Lagarrosse). Herbal and dark fruit on the nose, blackcurrant with cocoa powder, liquorice, some exotic spices as well as purple floral notes, peonies and roses. Juicy supple and alive in the glass, this has lift and get-go from the start, super clean and precise with a lovely bite and grip to the tannins. Fine and chalky, mouthfilling, so you get the ample structure but keeps its direction and flow. Power is there for sure, which some 2023s don’t have, but this is also elegant and so precise. The flavour also really lingers. This has a vertical aspect, layered with muscle and fine sinew. Juicy and succulent, pure and moreish – really makes you want another sip and somehow feels approachable already. Balanced and delicious. Consultants Julien Viaud and Axel Marchal. 46hl/ha yield. 3.4pH. Ageing 14-16 months, 60% new oak. 70% grand vin.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Emilion

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Saint Emilion

The beautiful sub-region of Saint Emilion in France's legendary Bordeaux region is regarded as the home of many of the world's finest red wines. The blending techniques employed in Saint Emilion have been passed down for generations, and aim to express the very finest flavors of the grape varietals used, most commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The climatic conditions in Saint Emilion are perfect for growing many of the Bordeaux grapes, and high yields of exceptional quality are commonplace. Fed by the mighty Gironde river and benefiting from superb clay and gravel based soils, Saint Emilion produces millions of bottles of high quality blended and unblended red wines each year, and continues to be a firm favorite of wine experts and the general public alike.

Ratings & Reviews

DC 98pts

Decanter

A stellar wine from this newly-named Château Beauséjour estate (removing the Héritiers Duffau-Lagarrosse). Herbal and dark fruit on the nose, blackcurrant with cocoa powder, liquorice, some exotic spices as well as purple floral notes, peonies and roses. Juicy supple and alive in the glass, this has lift and get-go from the start, super clean and precise with a lovely bite and grip to the tannins. Fine and chalky, mouthfilling, so you get the ample structure but keeps its direction and flow. Power is there for sure, which some 2023s don’t have, but this is also elegant and so precise. The flavour also really lingers. This has a vertical aspect, layered with muscle and fine sinew. Juicy and succulent, pure and moreish - really makes you want another sip and somehow feels approachable already. Balanced and delicious. Consultants Julien Viaud and Axel Marchal. 46hl/ha yield. 3.4pH. Ageing 14-16 months, 60% new oak. 70% grand vin.

WA 97pts

Wine Advocate

A blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, matured predominantly in Taransaud and Cadus barrels, the 2023 Beauséjour (Duffau Lagarrosse) has turned out brilliantly. It reveals a complex, fresh and compelling bouquet of spices, fresh licorice, violet, dark berries and incense. Medium- to full-bodied, concentrated and sapid, it is seamless and built around a fleshy core of fruit framed by powdery, velvety tannins that extend into a lead-pencil-inflected finish. Fully in line with expectations, this is a bottle that merits cellaring to allow the full potential of this remarkable terroir to unfold.

JS 97pts

James Suckling

Winemaking and terroir speak at the same volume in this red. Aromas of chalk, warm toast, blackberries, graphite, chocolate and pepper. Almost full-bodied, but nothing heavy. Tight tannins, chalky vibrations and a touch of wood firmness. A bit early now. Drink from 2028.

JD 97pts

Jeb Dunnuck

Josephine's third vintage since arriving here, the 2023 Château Beausejour (Duffau-Lagarrosse) sports a deep ruby hue as well as a gorgeous nose of ripe black raspberries, cassis, smoky tobacco, crushed stone-like limestone, and floral nuances. It's medium to full-bodied and has a seamless, multi-dimensional mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. It's an ultra-classic Beausejour that readers will love to have in the cellar. It already offers pleasure yet will keep for 30+ years if you're so inclined. It's just a complete, layered, absolutely classy wine. I'll be a buyer. Drink 2026-2056.

VM 96pts

Vinous Media

The 2023 Beauséjour J. Duffau-Lagarrosse is exceptionally beautiful. Silky on the palate, the 2023 is all class. Bright red-toned fruit, rose petal, cedar and delicate spice overtones are all deftly woven together. Polished tannins extend the resonant, utterly exquisite finish. This is such a fine example of the house style under the direction of Josephine Duffau-Lagarrosse.

TWI 95pts

The Wine Independent

94-95 2023 Beausejour Duffau-Lagarosse has a fine and elegant nose of ripe fruit, red berries and a tickling, creamy, dense taste. The wine first seems a bit underplayed but don’t get it wrong as there is a plentiful reservoir of cassis waiting below. It has a very structured and powerful taste with notable tannins at the end. It is not 2023 you should approach early on as it will benefit from 5-7 years cellaring.

WS 93pts

Wine Spectator

This is elegant and perfumed, with rooibos tea and dried rose petal notes leading off, followed by red currant, cherry and blackberry preserve fruit. Red licorice, iris and a dusting of chalky minerality add range and tension through the fine-grained finish. Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2027 through 2038.

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