Chateau Beychevelle : Grand Cru Bordeaux in St. Julien Appellation

During The 16 th Century, the wine estate we know as Chateau Beychevelle was owned by French Noblemen. Boats on River Gironde passing the vineyard would lower sails to half mast in respect of the noble family. Thus, a name and a distinctive label were born. "Baisse Voile" is the French term for "Lower the Sails" and Beychevelle is the word / image that eventually emerged. Today, the St. Julien Grand Cru Classe Estate of Chateau Beychevelle is owned by two corporate powerhouses making capital investments that have allowed longtime Managing Director Philippe Blanc to implement his passion for creative winemaking techniques. David Kohl tasted the 2022 Chateau Beychevelle during En Primeur Week and believes that it has the potential to rival the legendary 1982 vintage. #chateaubeychevelle #grandcruclasse #bordeauxwine #winehistory #bordeauxappellations