2022 Brane-Cantenac Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 6L
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REVIEWS

DC 98 JA 98 JD 98 JL 98 VN 98 JS 97 WA 97 TWI 97
DC 98

Decanter, April 2023

One of the standouts of the year - a wonderful wine with so much to like. Coffee, tobacco, liquorice, dark chocolate, blackcurrants and floral scents on the nose. Smooth, succulent and velvety, this is amazing, juicy and...
JA 98

janeanson.com, April 2023

Easily one of the best wines of the appellation. Red rose petal fragrance, damp earth, rosemary, baking spice, sandalwood, incense, graphite and slate. Exceptional balance, deep chocolate and mint character, with lush...
JD 98

jebdunnuck.com, May 2023

(96-98 points) I was absolutely blown away by the 2022 Château Brane-Cantenac, which looks to be a reference point vintage for this château. Based on 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc...
JL 98

TheWineCellarInsider.com, May 2023

(96-98 points) Deeply colored, the wine opens with violets, lilacs, roses, cigar wrappers, creme de cassis, spice and lavender aromatics in the perfume. On the palate, the wine is pure silk and velvet. There is a...
VN 98

Vinous, May 2023

(VN 96-98 points) The 2022 Brane-Cantenac, as usual, is a wine that you must sit and contemplate before words gush forth. It was picked from 7 September to 10 October (their tiny plot of Carmenère) at 31.5hL/ha and...
JS 97

jamessuckling.com, April 2023

(JS 96-97 points) A long and very linear red for Margaux with intense freshness and energy. The cabernet sauvignon shows real clarity with blackcurrants and flowers. Crushed stone. Firm and racy with lots of lemon rind...
WA 97

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2023

(WA 95-97 points) A blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc, Carmenère and Petit Verdot, the 2022 Brane-Cantenac unwinds in the glass with aromas of dark berries, crème de cassis, black...
TWI 97

The Wine Independent, May 2023

(95 - 97 + points) A blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot, the 2022 Brane-Cantenac has a pH of 3.61 and there is 15.8% press wine in the blend. It has a deep garnet-purple...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Margaux
Vintage 2022
Size 6L
Closure Cork

The 2022 Brane-Cantenac is a Bordeaux Blend that hails from the prestigious region of Margaux in Bordeaux, France. This red wine exhibits a deep and rich color, enticing wine enthusiasts with its visual allure alone. With a closure of cork, it maintains the traditional elegance and charm of Bordeaux wines.

Upon pouring, the 2022 Brane-Cantenac reveals its complex and captivating aromas. Dark berries, crème de cassis, black truffles, loamy soil, burning embers, and violets intertwine on the nose, creating a symphony of scents that invite further exploration.

On the palate, this wine showcases its medium to full-bodied nature, with a fleshy core of fruit that is both deep and velvety. The concentration of flavors is extraordinary, and the lively acids provide a refreshing balance to the wine. As you savor each sip, the wine unfolds with layers of complexity and a seamless texture that caresses the palate. The finish is long and perfumed, leaving a lasting impression that lingers.

Renowned wine critics have showered the 2022 Brane-Cantenac with high praise. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it an impressive score of 97 points, remarking on its potential to rival or surpass the exceptional 2019 vintage. TheWineCellarInsider.com also praised this wine, highlighting its pure silk and velvet texture, elegance, and balance. Additionally, respected critics such as James Suckling, Jeb Dunnuck, Jane Anson, Vinous, and Decanter all awarded this wine scores ranging from 96 to 98 points, further solidifying its status as a standout wine of the vintage.

The 2022 Brane-Cantenac is a wine that promises a remarkable drinking experience not only in its youth but also over the years of aging. With its exceptional quality and captivating character, it has the potential to become a true gem in any wine collection.