Château Branaire-Ducru - Saint-Julien - Duluc de Branaire - Rouge - 2018

Wine:

The 2018 Red Saint-Julien Duluc de Branaire-Ducru offers the best of its assets, buoyed by a full, beautifully mature vintage. Notes of black fruit, cedar and spices combine elegantly in a delicate framework, the signature of the cru. Round and slender, framed by delicate tannins and a long finish, this wine is already radiant, offering all the panache of a great St Julien wine!

Vinification:

Hand harvested from September 19th to October 10th. Traditional vinification. Bottled on June 8, 2020.

Color:

Intense red with garnet highlights.

Nose:

Expressive and complex, with ripe, juicy fruit and lovely red fruit aromas underlined by spicy notes.

Palate:

Full-bodied and rich, this wine unfurls supple tannins, with subtle woody notes revealing beautiful acidity and a harmonious, well-balanced structure.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Herb-crusted rack of lamb, beef steak with pepper sauce, duck breast and roasted vegetables.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

A standout Saint-Julien estate known for its impeccable work ethic, Château Branaire-Ducru stands as one of the crown jewels of the appellation. Nestled on 50 hectares of quaternary gravels that once belonged to the Château Beychevelle estate, Château Branaire-Ducru is one of Médoc's best-kept secrets. It masterfully balances elegance with full-bodied richness, making it one of the best value buys in its region. And its second wine? It never falls short, especially in a standout vintage like 2018!