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    Duluc de Branaire-Ducru 2016

    Bordeaux • Saint-Julien • Second Wine • Red

    179,40€ tax included
    179,40€ tax included
    29,90€ / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country Francia
    • 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