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Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé

2001 Saint-Julien Red Blend

Chateau Branaire-Ducru Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé from the 2001 vintage is a stunning red blend that exemplifies the best of the Saint-Julien region. This wine showcases a deeply colored red hue that entices the senses. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience with bright acidity that adds remarkable liveliness, balancing the wine's structure brilliantly. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing complex layers of dark fruit flavors that are elegantly intertwined with subtle notes of oak and spice. Its tannins are notably firm, providing a solid backbone and ensuring the wine has excellent aging potential. Chateau Branaire-Ducru is crafted to be dry, making it an ideal companion for a range of rich dishes. This wine is a true reflection of its terroir, embodying the elegance and finesse characteristic of grand cru wines from Saint-Julien.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Bordeaux
Bordeaux

Probably the world's most famous wine region, Bordeaux is a true powerhouse of French quality. While Bordeaux is home to some of the country's most expensive bottles, it is also possible to find great-value wines from small producers. Almost all red and white wines from Bordeaux are blends. Reds tend to be a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. But just as important as the blends are the quality of the region's terroir and unique winemaking techniques. The Bordeaux region is divided by the Gironde River into two main parts. Cabernet Sauvignon reigns supreme on the Left Bank, while Merlot dominates the Right Bank. White wines are usually a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.

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