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Château Branaire Ducru, 4ème Cru Classé, St Julien
Château Branaire Ducru

Château Branaire Ducru, 4ème Cru Classé, St Julien, 2000

critic reviews

90/100Neal Martin,Vinous

The 2000 Branaire Ducru was picked September 25 to October 10 at 12.7° alcohol. It has a similar bouquet to my previous bottle, unfolding discreetly in the glass to reveal cedar-infused red fruit, while hints of dried blood/meat juices evolve with aeration. The medium-bodied palate is elegant and old-school, offering frayed tannins, noticeable acidity and tobacco and black pepper on the finish, which lacks grip compared to other bottles. Decanting would certainly benefit this wine.

DRINKING WINDOW 2021 - 2030
date of review 09/2021
94/100Robert Parker,Robert Parker Wine Advocate

A beautiful wine from Branaire, the 2000 is close to full maturity, and should offer plenty of pleasure over the next 15-20 years. Its deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by scents of boysenberries, black currants, and spring flowers. This medium to full-bodied, pure St.-Julien hits the palate with authority, displaying silky tannins as well as wonderful richness, depth, and texture.

DRINKING WINDOW 2010 - 2030
date of review 06/2010

product details

Country:
France
Region:
Bordeaux
Appellation:
Style:
Grape Variety:
abv:
12.5%