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Ducru-Beaucaillou 2015 in a standard bottle combines an exceptional vintage with the distinctive style of Saint-Julien. Notes of cassis, black cherry, graphite, and cedar wood blend harmoniously with subtle herbal notes. A wine for connoisseurs who appreciate character, terroir, and bottle aging, both at the table and in the cellar.
| Weight | 3 kg |
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| Alcohol Content | 13.5% |
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| Region | Saint-Julien (Bordeaux) |
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| Wine color | Red |
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is one of the renowned Deuxièmes Grands Crus Classés of Saint-Julien, on the left bank of Bordeaux. The vineyards near the Gironde are known for a style in which Cabernet Sauvignon plays a major role. This 2015 vintage is available in a standard bottle.
2015 is a highly regarded Bordeaux vintage that combines ripe fruit notes with a well-structured tannin profile. At Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, this richness takes on a distinctive Saint-Julien character, in which precision and freshness remain key.
Cassis, black cherry, graphite, and cedar can blend with subtle herbal notes. The wine has a solid foundation and may develop more complex earthy notes with further bottle aging. The wine’s individual aging history determines how it presents itself today.
Saint-Julien is known for producing Bordeaux wines with structure, finesse, and a good balance between fruit and tannins. The terroir and the blend of grapes give these wines a character that differs from that of many Right Bank wines. Comparing different vintages reveals how the same vineyard responds to changing conditions.
A great choice with roast beef, lamb, or mushrooms. Stand a bottle of aged wine upright well in advance, and after opening, decide whether gentle decanting is advisable. Compare it with the fresher 2017 vintage to discover the differences between vintages.
Store this wine in a dark place at a stable, cool temperature. Older bottles may develop sediment; handle the wine with care and assess its condition when opening it. A tasting note is only a guideline: the final experience depends in part on the individual bottle.
See also 2017 Ducru-Beaucaillou at Port2Port.
