resulting in more pronounced wood complexity and spice

A surprising burst of lemon-rind brightness develops at mid-palate — notable given the absence of any citrus botanicals — as rosemary and coriander weave through with a peppery warmth

sitting above mass-market competitors in both critical recognition and packaging

making it equally effective sipped neat or measured into cocktails

smoky character on the nose

Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot 2005 macallan-untitled-tasting resulting in more pronounced woodChateau Beau Sejour Becot 2005 is a Saint Emilion Premier Grand Cru Class Bordeaux red wine at approximately 15% ABV in a standard 750ml bottle. Awarded 96 points by Jeb Dunnuck and 94 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, the 2005 vintage stands among the estate's most acclaimed releases, blending power with refined mineral structure from one of the Right Bank's great limestone plateau sites. Quick Facts: ABV: ~15% Origin: Saint Emilion,