Fragt kr. 49,- Fri fragt v/ køb over kr. 1999
Den første ejer af Château Branaire-Ducru etablerede slottet ved at købe et stykke jord af Château Beychevelle, som på daværende tidspunkt var ejet af den franske konge. Slottet var ejet af Louise du Luc, da det i 1855 blev klassificeret som 4. Cru i den nye klassifikation af de bedste ejendomme på Médoc.
I dag hedder ejeren Patrick Maroteaux. Han købte slottet i 1988 af familien Tari fra Château Giscours i Margaux. Siden 1991 har man på slottet skabt vinen i den nye gæringskælder, hvor vinen finder vej gennem processen ved hjælp af tyngdekraften, altså helt uden brug af pumper. Dermed undgås iltning af mosten.
Den færdige vin lagres i omkring 18 måneder på egefade, hvoraf 60% fornys hvert år.
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BEPLANTNING
70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc og 3% Petit Verdot
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AREAL
60 hektar
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SLOTTETS ANDEN VIN
Duluc de Branaire-Ducru
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EJER
Patrick Maroteaux
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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.
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.
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. This is especially impressive in the context of the vintage.