Château Branaire-Ducru

2018 75 cl Rood

Style

Freshness

Mineral

Body

Complex

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Pairings

Entrecote Côte à l'os Lamskroon Boeuf Bourguignon Wildragout

Cheese

Saint-Nectaire Comté Beaufort Gruyère Oude Gouda

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Serving suggestions

Temperature

16–18°

Window

now 2035

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Aromas

Viooltjes Aalbes Framboos Cederhout Vanille

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Château Branaire-Ducru

Winemaker François-Xavier Maroteaux

Composition

Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc Petit Verdot

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Frankrijk

Bordeaux

Temperate maritime with warm and rather dry summers

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Vineyard

Vineyards are located on gravelly terroirs in Saint-Julien with excellent drainage and deep root development. The estate consists of a mosaic of different plots with varying gravel and clay compositions. The proximity of the Gironde provides a temperate microclimate. 2018 saw a very wet spring followed by a warm, dry summer and early autumn, which led to perfect ripeness and healthy grapes. This resulted in high concentration while maintaining freshness and aromatic precision.

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Vinification

The grapes are harvested by parcel and rigorously sorted to select only optimal ripeness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled, modern tanks with a gentle extraction approach to preserve finesse. Maceration is adjusted to the ripeness level to maintain a balance between fruit and structure. Aging occurs for approximately 16–18 months in French oak, with a significant proportion of new barriques. The result is a pure, elegant Saint-Julien style with a focus on precision and aromatic clarity.

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