CHATEAU BRANAIRE DUCRU 2016 750 ml
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Price: $131.49
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Price: $131.49 (bulk)
Size: 750 ml
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Category: WINE RED OTHER
Region: BORDEAUX
Alcohol: 13.50%
Sweetness: 01
Warehouse Availability: True
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Description:
#16 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2019
Château Branaire-Ducru 2016 is a distinguished wine from the Saint-Julien appellation in Bordeaux, France. As a Fourth Growth estate classified in 1855, Château Branaire-Ducru is renowned for producing wines that exemplify the elegance and complexity characteristic of this prestigious region.
Blend Composition:
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Cabernet Sauvignon: 64%
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Merlot: 27%
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Petit Verdot: 6%
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Cabernet Franc: 3%
Tasting Notes:
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Color: Deep, vibrant ruby.
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Aroma: An expressive bouquet of ripe plum and blueberry, complemented by notes of violet, graphite, and subtle oak nuances.
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Palate: Medium to full-bodied with a refined structure, offering flavors of mulberries, blackberries, saddle leather, and forest floor. Hints of graphite emerge with time, leading to a finish marked by fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity.
Serving Suggestions:
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Temperature: Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F).
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Decanting: Decant for 1-2 hours before serving to allow the wine to open up and reveal its full complexity.
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Food Pairings: Complements dishes such as roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, and aged cheeses.
Cellaring Potential:
- This wine has excellent aging potential and can be enjoyed now or cellared for further development over the next 15-20 years.