"Whole-cluster vinification for this Syrah and Grenache Noir duo, matured for 18 months in vats, with absolute fullness. Behind a deep color, a seductive nose, very pure and fresh, centered on black cherry. A smooth attack opens onto a rich, fat palate, backed by equally melting tannins. The long, spicy, mentholated finish is the perfect end to this powerful, velvety, harmonious Minervois, which is already irresistible but will keep for a long time. (Le Guide Hachette 2024).
Features
Estate
Château Beaufort
Cuvée
Vieilles Vignes
Vintage
2021
Designation
Minervois
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
60% Syrah, 30% Grenache et 10% vieux Carignan
Terroirs
Clay-limestone hillside soils on sandstone, alternately swept by strong dry north winds and sea breezes
Viticulture
HVE (High Environmental Value) certification, end of conversion to organic farming (from vintage 2023)
Harvest
Manual at checkout
Winemaking
Carbonic maceration, traditionally destemmed with cold pre-fermentation
Breeding
18 months in vats
Alcohol content
14.5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep ruby red
Nose
Elegant and juicy, the nose is fragrant with fresh blackcurrants and spices.
Mouth
Measured, velvety and fresh, with firm tannins and irresistible crunchy fruit.
Serve
AT 15-17°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with game birds with Morello cherries and thyme, cassoulet, grilled meats, cheeses, chocolate desserts...
Château Beaufort
Minervois
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (guide 2024) 2*Coup de Coeur (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2024) Cité (Vin réussi)
About the wine:
Whole-cluster vinification for this Syrah and Grenache Noir duo, matured for 18 months in vats, with absolute fullness. Behind its deep color lies a seductive nose, very pure and fresh, centered on black cherry. A soft attack opens onto a rich, fat palate, backed by equally melting tannins. A long, spicy, mentholated finish rounds off the tasting of this powerful, velvety, harmonious Minervois, already irresistible, but with good cellaring potential.
About the domain :
Established in 1997, Jérôme Portal, who runs several estates in the Minervois, not far from Serre d'Oupia, has made his mark in the Guide. He produces a number of cuvées under different labels: Ch. Beaufort, Ch. Molières, Ch. Artix, Ch. Portal, Ch. Sainte-Madeleine.
Concours Lyon
Wine rated (guide 2022) Gold Medal
Concours des vins de Mâcon
Wine rated (guide 2022) Gold Medal
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.9/5
out of 33 reviews
Note and review by M. THOMAS B. Published on 11/11/2024
We didn't like it
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Note and review by M. MATHIEU W. Published on 09/11/2024
Dieprood met ruby in de kern. Aan de neus donker fruit, bramen, cassis, pruimen, rozijnen, chocolade, groene kruiden, lavas. Minervois-typiciteit. In de mond zoetige aanzet van rijp en zondoorstoofd donker en rood fruit, nu ook kersen, drop en eucalyptus. Sappig, krachtig, veel materie, grip, frisheid, stevige tanninestructuur. De wijn schreeuwt om een stevig en kruidig vleesgerecht. Stoofvlees, Goulash, Chili con Carne etc. Uitstekende PQR. Rijpingspotentieel, tannine moet nog versmelten. Score: 16/20
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Note and review by M. FREDERIC B. Published on 02/11/2024
Semi-carbonic vinification is fine when it's mastered. Here, unfortunately, there's still a lot of gas in the bottle, giving the wine a rather unpleasant Beaujolais Nouveau feel. All this is accompanied by a crushed fruit palate (perhaps due to the Carignan grape variety) as if the wine were in decline. It's less than 10€ but it's not great!
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Note and review by M. PHILIPPE S. Published on 16/06/2024
rated 5 for value for money fruity, well-balanced wine that erases the 14°5 alcohol content works perfectly with grilled meats
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Note and review by M. PATRICE K. Published on 03/04/2024
Everything has already been said about this excellent wine. Texture, fruit, a hint of sweetness...
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Note and review by M. NICOLAS S. Published on 30/03/2024
A powerful nose of jammy fruit (prunes, cherries). Powerful and long on the palate. Aromas of morello cherry, black fruit and candied fruit are well supported by powerful yet mellow tannins.
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Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 30/03/2024
Favorite for this charming Minervois, where everything tastes just right. Skilfully restrained in their power, the old vines galvanize a basket of ripe, crunchy red fruits, accompanied by subtle notes of tapenade and garrigue accents. With a perfect patina after meticulous ageing, the tannins are extremely soft and caressing, and melt into an opulent, suave palate of remarkable freshness. Luscious texture, enveloped in a touch of fat, almost creamy. The intensity doesn't falter on the deep, sapid, peppery finish. Score 4.5 for this excellent bargain at less than €8. Load it up by the case, especially as its fine bone structure will enable it to stand the test of time for a long time to come. This insolently seductive bottle was shared with friends, after decanting, with skewers of honey-marinated duck and grilled mango.
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Note and review by M. SERGE V. Published on 15/11/2024
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Note and review by M. JEAN YVES C. Published on 13/11/2024
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Note and review by M. YVES B. Published on 06/11/2024
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