Chateau Beynat Cotes de Castillon 2019

Alain Tourenne took over Château Beynat in 2008, immediately setting about converting the estate to organic farming. He obtained certification in 2011, and has now adopted biodynamic practices as well. The wine is 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc. It is fermented with wild yeasts in cement tanks, where it is aged for 15 months. Minimal or no sulphur is used. This is a lovely fresh, natural Bordeaux.

The nose is clearly printed by saline notes from limestone, and the palate offers a delicious raspberry fruit, with a little spice and hint of cinnamon.