Notes - In 1992, Jean-Claude Rouzaud, oenologist and president of Champagne Louis Roederer, acquired and combined two Cru Bourgeois vineyards in the heart of the Medoc’s prestigious Saint-Estèphe appellation: Château Picard and Château Beauséjour. Together, these properties make up what is now called “Château Haut-Beauséjour.” Appearance: Deep garnet with glossy highlights. Nose: Slightly peppery with scents of well-ripened fruit such as blackcurrant and raspberry Palette: Merlot is predominant and marked by an honest attack that is well rounded and full. A supple wine, with firm tannic structure, well balanced and not overpowered by wood. A very generous wine with a long lingering finish.