Chateau Joanin Becot, Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux, 2018
Saint-Émilion expertise in Castillon terroir—the Becot family (of Château Beau-Séjour Bécot) acquired this elevated property in 2001, bringing first-growth-level winemaking to an undervalued appellation. Positioned at some of the highest elevations along the Gironde, on the same limestone plateau as Saint-Émilion. The 2018 blend (75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc) shows blueberries, violets, and tobacco with medium-full body and crystalline texture. Racy acidity and fresh finish suggest both immediate pleasure and graceful aging. Exceptional value for Bordeaux of this pedigree.Pure Chardonnay from CA's cult sparkling. 40 months sur lattes, 2 g/L dosage. Wet chalkboard, kelp, greengage. Precision and elegance.
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Saint-Émilion expertise in Castillon terroir—the Becot family (of Château Beau-Séjour Bécot) acquired this elevated property in 2001, bringing first-growth-level winemaking to an undervalued appellation. Positioned at some of the highest elevations along the Gironde, on the same limestone plateau as Saint-Émilion. The 2018 blend (75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc) shows blueberries, violets, and tobacco with medium-full body and crystalline texture. Racy acidity and fresh finish suggest both immediate pleasure and graceful aging. Exceptional value for Bordeaux of this pedigree.Pure Chardonnay from CA's cult sparkling. 40 months sur lattes, 2 g/L dosage. Wet chalkboard, kelp, greengage. Precision and elegance.
