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2021 Chateau Branaire Ducru 750 ml

Country: France /

Region: Bordeaux /

Style: Wine /

Size: 750 ml /

Vintage: 2021 /

Sku: 47312796

The Wine Advocate94 Points
Vinous94 Points
James Suckling94 Points
$49.99 Reg. $64.99

Details

Details

*Vintage may vary by location*

Chateau Branaire-Ducru's 120 acres is located in the St. Julien region of France and has such famous neighbors as Cheateau Gruaud-Larose, Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou and Chateau Beychevelle.

The name, given by the former owner Monsieur Ducru, means "beautiful pebbles". One of the main features of the vineyard is its richness in pebbles which contribute to the greatness of so many wines of the Medoc.

• 66% Cabernet Sauvignon • 22% Merlot • 6.5% Cabernet Franc • 5.5% Petit Verdot •

Suggested Food Pairing:

Beef
Game
Lamb

Reviews

The Wine Advocate94 Points
Vinous94 Points
James Suckling94 Points
WA The Wine Advocate: 94 Points
The 2021 Branaire-Ducru has realized all the potential it showed en primeur. Wafting from the glass with aromas of dark berries, plums, menthol, violets and baking chocolate, it's medium to full-bodied, supple and suave, with a velvety attack that segues into a deep, fleshy palate.
V Vinous: 94 Points
Open and explosive in its aromatics, the 2021 Branaire-Ducru is deep, layered and super-expressive, promising to evolve well for many years to come. The Cabernets are especially evident in the wine's remarkable savory character. Black cherry, lavender, graphite, and dried herbs lend considerable nuance. In 2021, Branaire-Ducru is not quite as charming as it often is at the outset, so readers should plan on being patient. –Antonio Galloni
JS James Suckling: 94 Points
The plum, chocolate and orange-peel aromas and flavors are all so attractive, and the tannins are creamy and bright with a medium velvety texture and a fine finish. Nice acidity at the end. A blend of 66% cabernet sauvignon, 22% merlot, 6.5% cabernet franc and 5.5% petit verdot. Very drinkable now but will be better in two or three years.