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Château Beau-Site - Saint-Estèphe 2018

Saint-Estèphe|Red wine

4/5 (9 customers)

94/100

James Suckling

harmonious

complete

value for money

"Don't miss it!"

“Cloves, spices, and a hint of citrus peel with aromas of blackcurrant and blackberry. Licorice, too. It’s full-bodied and tightly structured, with ultra-fine, firm tannins and a long, creamy finish. Racy and structured. Very classic in style. Best enjoyed after 2024. ” (James Suckling 2021) . Excellent value for money from the appellation.

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Estate

Château Beau-Site

Vintage

2018

Designation

Saint-Estèphe

Region

Bordeaux

Grape varieties

73 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 25 % Merlot, 2 % Petit Verdot

Regions

Graves wines from the Gironde region

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

At peak ripeness

Winemaking

4-week vinification

Livestock farming

Aged in barrels for 18 months (approximately 40% new)

Alcohol content

14.5%

Eye

A deep purple color with ruby highlights

Nose

A rich aroma blending licorice and dark berries

Palate

The palate is powerful, with a structure well-supported by precise tannins... a fine classic of the appellation

Serve

At 15-18°C

Drink from

2026

Drink before

2039

Food and wine pairings

Pairs well with red and white meats, as well as game birds

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2021 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)

About the estate:

A magnificent Chartreuse estate overlooking the river, Beau-Site boasts one of the most beautiful views in the northern part of the appellation. It is owned by Philippe Castéja, who also owns the Châteaux Batailley and Trottevieille. The estate produces an elegant, distinguished wine that is always full-bodied without lacking finesse or elegance. The estate has reached a new milestone.

James Suckling

Wine rated (2021 guide) 94/100

Rated: Recommended

About the wine:

Extremely appealing aromas of ripe plums and peaches with spices, such as nutmeg. Full-bodied, deep, and with a firm texture, featuring lovely fruit and a long, savory finish. The best since 1989. Best enjoyed after 2021.

Le Figaro vins

Rated property Recommended

Customer rating

4/5

based on 9 reviews

Review by Mr. GILLES D. Published on March 28, 2026

Built on a solid foundation, the full-bodied palate offers a generous array of ripe red and black fruits, complemented by a hint of mocha and well-balanced oak. These flavors, enhanced by a lovely freshness, infuse a supple, velvety texture with beautifully integrated tannins, and linger in an exceptionally long finish. This lovely underdog paired beautifully with a hare stew and steamed potatoes. Rating = 4.