Chateau BEAU SITE 1993
Château Beau-Site is located in Saint-Estèphe , Bordeaux . The cellars of Beau-Site have existed since the 18th century and are one of the many castles belonging to the Castéja family since 1955, through their large trading company: Borie-Manoux. The property covers over 100 hectares but only 35 hectares are planted with vines. The vineyard is mainly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, which represents 60% of production. Merlot dominates as the second most planted grape variety (30%), followed by small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The Château obtained the status of Cru Bourgeois Supérieur in the Cru Bourgeois classification of 1932.
Château Beau-Site is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot . After the harvest, the grapes are macerated and fermentation lasts 14 to 20 days. The aging is carried out in oak barrels for 12 to 18 months , including 40% new barrels.
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot