1987 Beychevelle
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Light, with a two-dimensional bouquet of vanillin oak and herbs, this medium-bodied wine is soft, slightly diluted, yet ideal for drinking young. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 11/90.
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Solid, with earthy, weedy, vegetal aromas and flavors that obscure the fruit. fairly well-concentrated, hinting at cassis on the finish. Drink now. James Suckling,Wine Spectator 1990.
Light, with a two-dimensional bouquet of vanillin oak and herbs, this medium-bodied wine is soft, slightly diluted, yet ideal for drinking young. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 11/90. Robert Parker, Bordeaux Book, 3rd Edition # B1
About the producer

With greater care in the vineyard and more precision in the winery, Ch. Beychevelle's star is rising. That's in large part due to the leadership of Philippe Blanc and investment by current owners, Japanese brewers Suntory and French wine group Castel.