critic reviews
The 2022 Joanin-Bécot is a bold, heady wine that has really closed down post-bottling. There's a bit of density and power, but not the raciness that I saw in barrel. Some of that may be attributable to the late bottling. But we will see.
A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the 2022 Joanin Becot has a deep purple-black color. It races out of the glass with vibrant notes of kirsch, black raspberries, and juicy black plums, leading to nuances of cinnamon stick, star anise, and dusty soil. Full-bodied, the palate is plush and soft-spoken, with lots of elegant, spicy accents and a fragrant finish.
Brambled berry fruit, hawthorn and pummice stone, this has an enjoyable texture on the attack, then gives way to sweet damson puree and creme de cassis fruit. Luscious, almost ready to drink, closes in on the finish as the acidity drops. 35hl/h yield, 50% new oak. Harvest 15 to 25 September. Juliette Bécot owner.
A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc from Juliette Becot, the 2022 Joanin Becot offers up aromas of dark berries, bay leaf, vine smoke and lilac. Medium to full-bodied, supple and incisive, it's a rich but vibrant wine that exhibits the potential of the Cotes de Castillon in vintages like this.