2016 Château Beaumont Haut-Médoc Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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2016
Château Beaumont (Haut-Médoc)
Already showing some secondary notes of tobacco, wet forest and olive, this is a solid example of uncomplicated, Left Bank Cabernet Sauvignon that is perfect for drinking today. 2,962 Views Tasted Sep 21, 2019Forward, approachable, easy to drink and correct, this medium-bodied wine gives you sweet red fruit from start to finish. 5,181 Views Tasted Apr 29, 2017 |
When to Drink Chateau Beaumont Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau Beaumont can be decanted for an average of 1 hour or so. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment. Chateau Beaumont is usually better with at least 2-3 years of bottle age.
Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage character. Chateau Beaumont offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 3-10 years of age after the vintage.
The best vintages of Chateau Beaumont are: 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2010, 2009 and 2005.
Serving and Decanting Chateau Beaumont, with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Chateau Beaumont is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. Chateau Beaumont is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes.
Chateau Beaumont is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese.