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Duluc de Branaire-Ducru 2016

Bordeaux • Saint-Julien • Second Wine • Red

1.545,00 kr tax included
1.545,00 kr tax included
257,50 kr / unit
Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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Description

  • Country Frankrig
  • Region Bordeaux
  • Appellation Saint-Julien
  • Color Red
  • Alcohol 12.5
  • Vintage 2016
  • Culture Reasoned
  • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc

Fruit, freshness and finesse are revealed in this very fine second wine of Saint Julien.

Ratings

Ratings

  • Wine Spectator 89/100
  • Vinous 89/100
  • James Suckling 91/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

Enjoy with a grilled beef fillet or duck breast, for example. Serve at around 17°C.
Producer

Producer

Owner and history

Duluc de Branaire Ducru is made primarily from younger vines. The estate's historic terroir lies on the gravelly slopes of the commune of Saint-Julien-Beychevelle. The blend is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines and winemaking processes are carried out with the same care for both the grand vin and the second wine.

Vinification and aging

- Hand-harvested grapes
- Traditional aging process, including 60% new oak barrels for 16 to 20 months.

Château Branaire-Ducru

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  • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

  • Climax 2021 à 2024

  • Ageing potential 2016

Wine profile

  • fruity
  • spicy