Duluc de Branaire-Ducru Saint Julien 2nd Wine 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Duluc de Branaire-Ducru
Label Name:
 
Saint Julien 2nd Wine
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Julien (Bordeaux)
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 92/100; Wine Spectator 90/100; Decanter 91/100

Tasting Note
Deep ruby; aromas of blackcurrant, plum, violets, cedar and cocoa. Medium‑full palate with ripe dark fruit, warm spice, polished tannins and lively acidity; long, slightly spicy finish.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, beef, venison, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses; Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), soy‑glazed beef, rich tare or hoisin sauces.

Production Method
Parcel vinification in temperature‑controlled stainless steel vats, ~3‑week maceration, malolactic fermentation; aged 16–20 months in French oak barrels (≈60% new).

Vineyard Info
Second wine of Château Branaire‑Ducru (4th Growth, Saint‑Julien). Owned by the Maroteaux family; c.60 ha on gravel‑siliceous soils. Duluc is made from younger vines and selected lots for earlier approachability.