Of a superbly dark color with tinge of violet, this wine, combining aromatic finesse and elegant power, is the ‘top growth’ of the property.
Its subtle aromas of oak and white tobacco evolve gradually into notes of black fruits; a full and rich mid-palate completes the ample attack on the palate and sweetness.
VINEYARD
Appellation: Bordeaux red.
Town: Saint Sulpice & Cameyrac.
Grapes: 2012 : 100% Merlot 2013 : 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc.
Surface : 2,5 hectares.
Soil: clay-limstone on limestone soil containing fossilised starfish, and silty clay on Fronsac molasses.
Average age of vines: 32 years.
Density: 4500 vines/hectare.
Pruning: double guyot.
Yield: 45hL/hectare.
Viticultural practice: integrated farming, Optidose system, absence of herbicide, leaf thinning.
VINIFICATION
Harvest: mechanic with selection made in the vineyard and at the reception, followed by gentle crushing.
Maceration: prefermentaion maceration at low temperature in thermo-regulated concrete vats.
Fermentation: malolactic fermentation in new barrels.
Barrel agingl: 10 months in French oak. Wine barrel company from Bordeaux and Burgundy.
Annual production: 15000 bottles.
TASTING NOTES
Color: brilliantly dark color with a violet tinge.
On the nose: subtle aromas of oak and white tobacco, which evolves gradually into notes of black fruits.
On the palate: an ample attack on the palate with its rich texture and sweetness, completed by a full mid-palate. This wine combines aromatic finesse, elegant power and an everlasting finish.
Chateau Leroy-Beauval Rouge 2017
As the chateau was enjoying a full scale restoration under Stéphanie and Alexandre's watchful guidance, they soon turned their attention to the estate proper and its winemaking. Indeed, returning Chateau Beauval to its former glory is by no means sufficient. The winemaking potential needs to be ascertained and acted upon. The domain's vineyard is an 18 parcel strong mosaic spanning 75 hectares, 6 grape varietals… and a 60 meter declivity. A nightmare or a blessing. It all depends on what lies underneath.
Soils are scrutinized and fully inventoried: no less than 200 drillings are undertaken on the Estate in order to understand the true nature and composition of its soil and undersoil.
And the results are clear: the domain is endowed with a splendid variety of calcareous clay soils, the likes of which are only found in the best right bank terroirs. The owners and their consultants are astounded: a hidden treasure lies beneath their feet.
Consequently, a complete reorganization of the winegrowing operation is initiated and planting rethought from scratch. Choice of varietals and corresponding parcels are carefully weighted. Overall, 27 of the 46 hectares presently planted will be pulled within the next 2 years and replanted in order to closely match the underlying strata. By the end of the process, 40 years old vines will side with freshly planted ones.
50 hectares will be cultivated following eco responsible guidelines and viticultural commonsense. Wines will be created from grapes coming from different parcels, vinified separately then assembled. A Terra Vitis Certification, attesting our environmentally friendly processes and sustainability, is under way.