“All the generosity and aromas of a fully ripe Syrah vinified using carbonic maceration are present in this alluring cuvée. The very deep color foreshadows a rich, concentrated nose imbued with blackcurrant and morello cherry. The same sensuality emanates from a palate that is as full-bodied as one could wish for, without any softness, featuring beautiful, fine, and crisp tannins. A lively finish with fresh fruit and sweet spices. Power, elegance, and indulgence: ‘it has it all,’ enthuse the tasters.”(Le Guide Hachette 2023)
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Eye
Deep ruby color
Nose
Intense and aromatic, with notes of dark fruit and cocoa
Palate
A velvety attack with notes of violet and pepper. Its power is supported by exceptionally smooth tannins. Rich, but above all elegant and delightfully voluptuous.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Food and Wine Pairings
Serve with skewers, lamb, stuffed vegetables, etc.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2023) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
All the richness and aromas of a fully ripe Syrah vinified using carbonic maceration are captured in this alluring cuvée. Its very deep color hints at a rich, concentrated nose infused with blackcurrant and morello cherry. The same sensuality emanates from a palate that is perfectly full-bodied, without any softness, featuring beautiful, fine, and crisp tannins. The finish is lively, with notes of fresh fruit and sweet spices. Power, elegance, and indulgence: “It has it all,” the tasters enthuse.
About the estate:
Established in 1997, Jérôme Portal, who operates several estates in the Minervois region, not far from the Serre d'Oupia, has made his mark in the Guide. He produces a wide range of wines under various labels: Ch. Beaufort, Ch. Molières, Ch. Artix, Ch. Portal, and Ch. Sainte-Madeleine.
Customer Rating
3.9/5
based on 18 reviews
Review by Mr. FABIEN L. Published on June 28, 2024
A rich, full-bodied wine, even if it isn't the most refined (drunk in 2024, it could certainly round out a bit more). So I would have given it 4 stars... until I saw the price. A very good wine for under 10 euros is a real find these days!
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Review and rating by Mr. SEBASTIEN R. Posted on May 2, 2024
It offers excellent value for the price, with good body and a lovely fullness on the palate, without being heavy. Not very complex, but aromatic and pleasant.
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Review by Mr. GILLES D. Published on September 11, 2023
An elegant and expressive flagship wine from Château Beaufort. The violet- and pepper-tinged attack gives way to a powerful, full-bodied, and charming palate, enveloped by a dense yet refined texture with a particularly delicious creaminess, supported by polished, caressing tannins that offer a beautiful roundness—not heavy, but still slightly austere. It exudes an abundance of ripe, succulent black fruits, highly concentrated with toasty notes, delicate hints of cocoa, and a wealth of sweet spices. A subtle acidity maintains the balance of the robust structure throughout the tasting and supports a long, velvety, and voluptuous finish. Excellent value for money. Irresistible right now. The ideal companion for a wide variety of dishes: in summer, BBQ-grilled veal kidney skewers with eggplant caviar or braised duck with candied black figs; in winter, Caribbean-style chicken colombo or Indian-style lamb shabzi korma. Rating = 4.1.
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Review by Ms. VIVIANE A. Posted on February 14, 2025
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Review by Mr. GILLES T. Published on January 24, 2025
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Review by Mr. DANIEL T. Published on 11/23/2024
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Review by Mr. VICTOR B. Published on 10/29/2024
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Review and comment by Mr. ERIC M. Posted on September 20, 2024
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Review by Mr. DOMINIQUE N. Published on August 29, 2024
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Review by Mr. FABRICE & MATHIS P. Published on August 24, 2024
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