Château Beauséjour héritiers Duffau-Lagarrosse AC 1er Grand Cru Saint-Émilion 0.75L

Château Beauséjour héritiers Duffau-Lagarrosse is one of the few estates in Saint-Émilion that has remained in family hands for generations — and that is exactly what you feel in the glass. The Château is located on the plateau of Saint-Émilion, on limestone-rich clay-loam soil, which gives Cabernet Franc a depth and structure that is unparalleled in this appellation.

Cabernet Franc forms the backbone of this Premier Grand Cru Classé: On the nose, blackberry, black currant, and fresh violets appear, underlined by a hint of graphite and fine spice. On the palate, dense but silky tannins, a precise acid structure, and a long, mineral finish with light tobacco and earth notes.

Pairs with rack of lamb with herb crust, a classic Boeuf bourguignon, or aged Cantal. Drinking temperature: 16–18 °C. Anyone opening the wine should decant it at least an hour beforehand — this is how it unfolds its full aromatic potential.