89 WS

    Duluc de Branaire-Ducru 2018

    Bordeaux • Saint-Julien • Second Wine • Red

    162,00€ tax included
    162,00€ tax included
    27,00€ / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Saint-Julien
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2018
    • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc

    All of Branaire-Ducru's expertise is expressed in this exceptional second wine!

    Ratings

    Ratings

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

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Enjoy with roast duck breast, beef chuck, or duck parmentier. Serve at around 16°C.
    Producer

    Producer

    Owner and history

    The estate's terroir lies on beautiful gravelly slopes in the commune of Saint-Julien-Beychevelle. The vines are on average 35 years old, with the youngest used for this cuvée. The blend is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon.

    Vinification and aging

    - Hand-harvested grapes
    - Traditional aging in oak barrels (16 to 20 months)

    • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

    • Climax 2023 à 2026

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • spicy