Another fabulous 2000 Bordeaux! Beychevelle, always known as a very smooth and delicate wine, has become richer and more muscular in recent decades. Incorporating a larger proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend, a longer cuvaison, more new oak for barrel aging, and the option of a second label for lighter wines have all resulted in a better constructed, more concentrated style of St. Julien. These changes have not meant a sacrifice of charm or finesse, however. Even in top years, Chateau...

Rating: 88/100 - As reviewed by Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar on May-03

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 03/31/03

Rating for France-Bordeaux-Saint-Julien: 96 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>