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Order wines : Château Ducru Beaucaillou 1996
Saint-Julien - 2ème Grand Cru Classé
93/100 Parker
Drink Date : 2016 - 2040
Reviewed by Neal Martin on the 28th Oct 2016 :
"The 1996 Ducru Beaucaillou was picked from 23 September until 8 October, a blend of 25% Merlot and 75% Cabernet Sauvignon. It has evolved a very pure bouquet, almost Burgundy-like, with macerated red cherries and red plum, tobacco, leather and bay leaf. This 1996 seems a little more forward than others, perhaps more 1995 in style, but it is bestowed one of the most seductive and sensual aromatics of the vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, crisp acidity, moving firmly into secondary stage with hints of leather, game and allspice. This is a Ducru Beaucaillou that has resolved to give pleasure at 20 years and not sooner. Hints of Hoisin develop on the finish with Chinese Five-Spice and leave you wanting more. Enjoy this now and over the next 15-20 years."
Data sheet
| Note | Between 95 and 97 |
|---|---|
| PR rating | 96/100 |
| Recoverable VAT | Yes |
| Colour | Red |
| Format | Bottle (75cl) |
| Vintage | 1996 |
| Volume | 12,50 % vol - 75 cl |
| Appellation | Saint-julien |
| Level | Perfect |
| Label | Perfect |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| 1855 Rankings | 2nd Grands Crus Ranked |
| Maturity | Mature wines |
| Châteaux bordeaux | Ducru-Beaucaillou |
| Prix | More than €150 |
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