Beaumont - Haut-Médoc 2022

Alexandre Ma

91

par Alexandre Ma le 10/03/2025

Château Beaumont’s signature smoothness shines particularly brightly in the hot, dry vintage of 2022. The tannins are rich and refined, and the aromas are clear and delicate. The fragrances of black cherry and black plum are juicy, without any greenness of previous vintages. After a sip, the lingering essence of rose petals dances on the palate. This is truly a Merlot blend that invites generous sipping.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

91

par Jane Anson le 07/03/2025

Good depth through the palate, plenty of espresso, cocoa bean, brambled blackberry and blueberry fruit, touch of austerity to the tannins at this point, in a way that suggests confidence in ageing. Grand Millésimes de France, director Anthony Yaigre, well located estate in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, 28hl/h yield from sandy-gravel soils.

The Wine Cellar Insider

90

par Jeff Leve le 04/03/2025

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Jeb DUNNUCK

92

par Jeb Dunnuck le 28/02/2025

I loved the 2022 Château Beaumont, a richly textured, medium to full-bodied, concentrated 2022 that does everything right. Darker currants, smoky cherries, spicy wood, and leather-like notes all define the aromatics, and it's nicely balanced, with plenty of mid-palate depth and velvety tannins. Count me in as a fan. The 2022 is 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot.

Yvesbeck.wine

93

par Yves Beck le 25/02/2025

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot Le bouquet de Beaumont se révèle de manière discrète, mais subtile, avec d'invitantes notes florales, suivies de baies noires et de réglisse. Légèrement crémeux en attaque, le vin est élégant, soyeux et soutenu par des tannins aux grains fins qui affichent une quiétude péremptoire. Le vin cumule charme et puissance dans une logique d'harmonie aboutie. Belle réussite. 2027-2042 93/100

Vinous

90

par Neal Martin le 12/02/2025

The 2022 Beaumont has a tightly wound nose with blackberry, briar and light tobacco scents unfolding nicely with each swirl of the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins. It’s quite structured and firm at the moment but will loosen up with time. Sapid and fresh, this is a delightful, traditional-styled claret that should age well in bottle.

Jamessuckling.com

92

par James Suckling le 03/02/2025

Ripe yet fresh and refined on the nose, showing cassis, berries, plums, a touch of wet leaves and dark chocolate. Juicy and tight on the palate with medium body and firm, chalky tannins. Good length and balance here. Cabernet sauvignon, merlot and petit verdot. Drink in 2026.

Vinous

90

par Antonio Galloni le 28/01/2025

The 2022 Beaumont turned out beautifully. A burst of dark blue/black-toned fruit opens first, followed by complicating floral and savory notes from the Cabernet Sauvignon, which dominates the blend. Firm but well-integrated tannins give the Beaumont terrific energy and drive.

Decanter.com

90

par Georgina Hindle le 25/05/2023

Clear and pure, a lovely clean juiciness though the lightness in terms of fruit density doesn't quite match the tannins, which although are fine are quite present and dense with touches of liquorice, clove, cinnamon and dark chocolate that dominate and make this quite serious. It doesn't feel overworked, but it's still a bit compact and spiced with clear power underneath, although there is refinement overall. Tasted twice. Harvest 19 September-5th October. Yields 28hl/ha.

Alexandre Ma

91-92

par Alexandre Ma le 17/05/2023

The distinctive sense of smoothness in Château Beaumont is especially prominent in the arid, hot vintage of 2022. Tannins are rich yet refined, the nose is clear and delicate. The juicy scents of black cherry and black plum shine on the palate. Not only is there a lack of greenness found in past vintages, but a lingering fragrance remains after each sip. It is the kind of delightful Merlot blend that can be drunk even during En Primeurs tastings.

Vinous

90-92

par Neal Martin le 17/05/2023

The 2022 Beaumont has a classy bouquet with blackberry, wild hedgerow, iodine and subtle iris flower scents. The oak is neatly integrated, and it retains delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent ripe tannins, fleshy and almost creamy in texture. With good depth and light spice, the 2022 is cohesive on the finish. This will be a thoroughly enjoyable Beaumont that should age well in bottle. Tasted thrice with consistent notes.

The Vintage Journal

89-90

par Andrew Caillard MW le 17/05/2023

Deep colour. Intense blackcurrant pastille, dark choclate aromas with leafy/ brambly notes. Choclaty firm and concentarted with ample dark berry dark choclate fruits, bitter sweet, touhc pippy tannins and well interagrted touch saline acidity. (Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petot Verdot 30% new oak)

matthewjukes.com

16

par Matthew Jukes le 15/05/2023

The Wine Independent

88-90

par Lisa Perrotti-Brown le 15/05/2023

The 2022 Beaumont, a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of black cherries, mulberries, and plum preserves jump from the glass, giving way to suggestions of menthol, cardamom, and violets. The medium-bodied palate is coated with ripe black fruit, supported by grainy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing savory.

Yvesbeck.wine

91-92

par Yves Beck le 10/05/2023

Le bouquet de Beaumont est plutôt classique avec des notes de réglisse, de baies noires et d'épices douces suivies d’une rafraîchissante touche d'eucalyptus. En bouche, le vin gagne peu à peu en dimension. Les tannins,qui apparaissent à partir du milieu de bouche, sont compacts, un peu fermes, mais pas agressifs, tandis que la structure acide confère du tempérament. Un vin de caractère à la finale persistante.

Bettane & Desseauve

90

par Bettane & Desseauve le 10/05/2023

Un beaumont très médocain avec de la fraîcheur mais aussi un tannin présent qui a besoin de se fondre. En bouteille, le rapport qualité-prix sera heureux comme toujours.

Jeb DUNNUCK

90-92

par Jeb Dunnuck le 10/05/2023

Tasted on two separate occasions, the 2022 Château Beaumont is a beautiful Haut-Médoc based on 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot mostly from sandy soils. Given the challenging conditions of the vintage, it would be easy to assume this would be a subpar release (the vintage was particularly challenging for sandy soils), but you'd be mistaken. This offers impressive purity in its red, blue, and black fruits as well as notes of chocolate and scorched earth. With medium body, present yet ripe tannins, and outstanding length, it's going to drink well immediately on release and evolve for 10-12 years or more.

Vinous

88-90

par Antonio Galloni le 09/05/2023

The 2022 Beaumont is a bold Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois Supérior. A burst of dark cherry, plum, gravel and incense gives the 2022 its hearty personality. The 2022 is an unusual blend that features more Cabernet Sauvignon than the norm. Yields are down to 28 hectoliters per hectare instead of the more typical or so through a combination of frost, hail and dehydration, which adds to the wine’s punchy, explosive feel. Drinking window : 2025-2027

The Wine Independent

88-90

par Lisa Perrotti-Brown le 08/05/2023

The 2022 Beaumont, a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of black cherries, mulberries, and plum preserves jump from the glass, giving way to suggestions of menthol, cardamom, and violets. The medium-bodied palate is coated with ripe black fruit, supported by grainy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing savory.

The Wine Cellar Insider

89-91

par Jeff Leve le 05/05/2023

Licorice, black fruits and a touch of espresso on the nose lead the way to the medium-bodied, round, polished, soft, fruit-filled, blackberry finish. The wine blends 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. For about $20, this is a steal! Drink from 2025-2031.

Wine Advocate

85-87

par William Kelley le 02/05/2023

The 2022 Beaumont exhibits somewhat wild aromas of rich cherries and berries mingled with smoked meats and saddle leather. Medium to full-bodied, chewy and chunky, it reflects the limitations of young vines on well-drained soils in a vintage like this.

Jamessuckling.com

90-91

par James Suckling le 19/04/2023

Slightly chewy with fresh blackcurrant and berry character. Medium body. Fresh.