2016 Branaire-Ducru Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 1.5L
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REVIEWS

WS 96 DC 95 JS 95 JL 95 WE 95 WA 94 TWI 94 JD 92
WS 96

Wine Spectator, March 2019

The core of this red is loaded with pure plum, blueberry and black currant fruit flavors. The polished structure is integrated, with alluring ganache, anise and sweet tobacco notes throughout, all in a polished and...
DC 95

Decanter, January 2023

Florality and black fruits on the nose, really very aromatic and expressive. Generous and giving, this is definitely more plush and supple than the 2015, wide open and expansive, totally charming from the off, still with...
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, February 2019

The best vintage of this wine since 2009! Effusive, fresh redcurrant and cassis aromas give this St.-Julien terrific drive and energy, the elegant, dry tannins beautifully married to the medium body, right through the...
JL 95

TheWineCellarInsider.com, November 2022

Refined, elegant, fresh, vibrant, and while approachable, its best days are ahead, which is when all of those sweet, ripe, perfectly balanced, layers of currants, spice, mocha, cigar wrapper, and forest leaf will be at...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, May 2019

The estate, at the southern end of Saint-Julien, has produced a wine that is both structured and stylish. This bold, ripe wine shows opulent black fruits and generous tannins. Juicy and structured, it has good aging...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, August 2022

(94+ points) The 2016 Branaire-Ducru is a real classic, and in the fullness of time, it will likely rival or even surpass the more charming, demonstrative 2019. Unwinding in the glass with deep aromas of dark berries...
TWI 94

The Wine Independent, December 2022

The 2016 Branaire-Ducru is deep garnet colored. It jumps with notes of ripe, juicy blackberries and blackcurrants, followed by hints of lilacs and kirsch plus a touch of underbrush. The medium-bodied palate is laden with...
JD 92

jebdunnuck.com, February 2019

(92+ points) The 2016 Château Branaire-Ducru checks in as a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc. This medium to full-bodied, downright pretty Saint-Julien has a...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region St Julien
Vintage 2016
Size 1.5L
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

Introducing the exquisite 2016 Branaire-Ducru, a Bordeaux Blend that hails from the renowned region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine is a true gem, representing the epitome of elegance and sophistication. With a beautiful deep red color that glistens in the glass, it captures your attention from the first pour.

On the nose, the 2016 Branaire-Ducru unveils a symphony of aromas that delight the senses. The intense bouquet is filled with luscious dark berries, cassis, and hints of loamy soil, creating an alluring and complex aroma profile. Subtle notes of pencil shavings and cigar smoke add further depth and intrigue, enticing you to take your first sip.

As the wine caresses your palate, it reveals its medium to full-bodied nature, showcasing a remarkable concentration and layering of flavors. The structured profile of this wine is a testament to its age-worthiness, with firm tannins and a taut backbone that promises a long and gratifying evolution in the cellar.

Renowned wine critic Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the 2016 Branaire-Ducru an impressive 94+ points, declaring it a real classic that will likely surpass even the more charming 2019 vintage. The Wine Spectator concurs, awarding it an impressive 96 points and praising its pure plum, blueberry, and black currant fruit flavors. The Wine Enthusiast also joins in the chorus of praise, describing it as bold, ripe, and structured, with opulent black fruits and generous tannins.

This exceptional Bordeaux Blend is composed of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, and a touch of Cabernet Franc. Its alcohol content stands at 13.0%, perfectly balanced to enhance the wine's character without overpowering it.

The 2016 Branaire-Ducru is a wine that demands attention. It is a wine to be savored and celebrated, a true masterpiece from the esteemed Branaire-Ducru estate. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for further development, this wine promises a remarkable journey of flavors and a sensory experience like no other.