Neil Valenzuela

9.0

Pale ruby color. Aromas of cherry, cranberry with earthy/mushroom tones. Bright, cherry flavors, hint of tart cranberry on the palate, with flavors of vanilla. — 22 days ago

Michael Wehner

9.8

Refined, peppery, balanced — a month ago

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Chris Niro

9.5

Anytime I see this on a menu, I order it. — 2 months ago

Jay Kline

9.2

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. The 2006 Juliet pours a deep garnet/purple with an opaque core; medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is vinous with notes of ripe and desiccated dark fruits: cassis, blackberries, plums, tobacco, leather, mixed dead flowers, old wood, organic earth and fine warm spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium tannin (integrated) and medium acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+ with an attractive, plush texture. This is in a really good spot and fully mature. Drink now through 2031. — 4 months ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.2

Not to be confounded with the mythical Vincent Dauvissat, but this is a great estate in its own right. An excellent example of a basic Chablis. The " parcellaires" ( single parcel selections) are even better. — 10 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2021
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A benchmark Right Bank Bordeaux and one of the most celebrated Grand Cru Classé estates of Saint-Émilion. The blend typically centers on Merlot (about 80%), with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon providing lift and structure. The 2021 vintage reflects the cooler, more classic style of the year, showing freshness and restraint compared to warmer vintages.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright and elegant with aromas of red currant, raspberry, and wild strawberry layered with violets, graphite, and savory spice. On the palate, the wine unfolds with fine red fruits, black cherry, and plum, accented by notes of cedar, tobacco leaf, and crushed stones.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied with refined tannins and a polished texture. Fresh acidity drives a long, mineral finish, showcasing the limestone plateau terroir that Saint-Émilion is famous for.

Winemaking Notes
Hand-harvested fruit, traditional vinification, and a judicious use of French oak barrels (both new and seasoned) highlight balance and elegance over sheer power. The limestone soils of the plateau contribute to the precision and minerality in the wine.

Food Pairing
A natural companion for roasted lamb, duck breast, or earthy mushroom dishes. Also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses and refined charcuterie.

Verdict
Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2021 is a classic expression of Saint-Émilion — elegant, structured, and terroir-driven. A vintage that emphasizes finesse and freshness, it is enjoyable now with decanting but has the pedigree to age gracefully. Cheers! — 2 months ago

Matthew Cohen

9.6

Magnificent.

Nose: yellow flowers, density.

Palate: dense, stone fruits. So juicy and bright. Delicious.

Long
Fass selections. — 13 days ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.5

2023 vintage. Jean Dauvissat Premier Cru Côte de Léchet — 10 days ago

Carter White

9.1

Creamy and crisp. — 2 months ago

Matthew Cohen

9.4

Nose: elegant tropicality. White flowers.

Palate: elegantly tropical. Delicious. Very lovely. Some white flowers.

Still has some oak spice. Better in 18 months. But good now. Most people won’t be bothered.

Fass selections. — 4 months ago