I’ve always been a fan of Rhone wines and of the GSM blend, and was excited to try the Beaucastel for a long time! So glad to be able to try the 09 vintage, which I’ve mostly read good things about.
- (honestly arbitrary scoring, compared to other wines I’ve tasted)
At opening: Nose: Jammy, slightly sweet, even hints of stewed fruits or even toffee. Garnet coloured. Didn’t expect it to be this jammy despite 09 being a warmer vintage. Palette: Slightly spicy – peppery notes are present from the Syrah grape, smooth to the palatte, medium acidity, medium tannins.
15-30 min: Much more pronounced secondary and tertiary notes – forest floor, mushroom, wet leaves. Higher acidity. Less drinkable during this time.
45-75 min: Gorgeous. Bouquet of floral, fruits and underlying secondary/tertiary notes – violet, plum, forest floor. Well balanced, smooth tannins, medium finish. Best during this time.
90 min: More singular and less expressive – dark fruits more dominant. Didn’t make it past 100 minutes as we’d finished the bottle already!
Was not disappointed and would gladly buy more bottles.
by EastFuture5745
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Great stuff. Huge fan of Beaucastel’s and Perrin wines in general
Good notes! Sounds like classic Beaucastel. I’ve also been surprised at the jammy-ness their wines have even after 20-25 years of age. Beaucastel is easily the most consistent wine I’ve had across vintages, and I’m glad you enjoyed!
I’ve only drank it with 20+ years of age, so I think it’s time for me to try a ‘younger’ vintage, especially after this writeup. Thank you!
I’ve drank 2007 vintage in 2018 was one of the best wines I’ve ever drank. So full and rich.
Glad to hear it’s drinking so well, I have a bottle in the cellar I’m keen to crack.