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Château Branaire-Ducru

Château Branaire-Ducru

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Château Branaire-Ducru
75 cl.
2025
96 Parker
97 Suckling
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Details
13.10%
Alcohol 13.10%
Bordeaux
Production area Bordeaux
AOC Saint-Julien
Designation of Origin AOC Saint-Julien
Château Branaire-Ducru
Winery Château Branaire-Ducru
Contains sulphites
61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot
Varieties 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Château Branaire-Ducru 2025 Primeur

Red wine Aged in wood. 20 meses en barricas de roble.

Château Branaire-Ducru 2025 dazzles with its deep and vibrant red hue. On the nose, it unveils a spectrum of aromas reminiscent of black fruits such as blackberries and plums, complemented by subtle notes of violet and a hint of liquorice. On the palate, it feels robust and enveloping, with fine, well-integrated tannins that impart a silky texture. Its balanced acidity contributes to a pleasurable and enduring experience, where the fruity notes are echoed alongside a touch of minerality. This wine is perfect for those seeking sophistication and structure, standing out for its complexity and elegance in every sip.

Style Château Branaire-Ducru
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Red meat

About Château Branaire-Ducru

He started out in the banking world. Then he got into the sugar business. And finally he ended up in Bordeaux, in the A.O.C. Saint-Julien, where he bought the Château Branaire-Ducru. Together with his wife, he stayed there until the end of his days, drawn in by the world of wine, and became one of the most recognised figures.

It seems that this is the best inheritance Patrick Maroteaux could leave to his family. Now, following his death, this business, founded in the 17th century, continues to operate and produce Château Branaire-Ducru, one of the most representative red wines of the Médoc (in southwest France). There, nestled between Margaux and Pauillac, this wine started life, one of the ten wines of the 1855 Quatrièmes Crus from the Official Bordeaux Wine Classification of 1855, which is now enjoying a second wind following its relaunch in 1988, when Maroteaux bought the property from the Tapie family. This was just the beginning of a series of investments and renovations that took Château Branaire-Ducru to the top.

In total, Château Branaire-Ducru has 60 hectares of vineyards, with an average age of 35 years, planted on alluvial soils, rich in silica, which makes it one of the warmest in the region. As a result, the main varieties grown (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot) have no issues reaching optimum ripeness. The grapes are harvested by hand, plot by plot, after an exhaustive selection process where only the healthiest bunches in perfect condition are kept. The Château Branaire-Ducru revolution also happened in the winery, where Maroteaux decided to take on some great people, like Philippe Dhalluin, who became winemaking director. Maroteaux also carried out renovations inside the winery building, becoming the first producer in the region to use gravity vatting, doing away with pumps and mechanical processes.

After vatting, which happens by plot and by variety, Château Branaire-Ducru ferments in tanks under the watchful eye and supervision of the workers. This process, which is followed by maceration, can take up to three weeks. Once finished, the moment of truth arrives when the technical team begin the blending or assemblage, working out what percentage of each variety should be used for that vintage. Finally, Château Branaire-Ducru is transferred to oak barrels (60% of which are new) where it will be aged for a minimum of 18 months. Château Branaire-Ducru is bottled on the property, giving it a sure value that never disappoints.

2025

Château Branaire-Ducru 2025 dazzles with its deep and vibrant red hue. On the nose, it unveils a spectrum of aromas reminiscent of black fruits such as blackberries and plums, complemented by subtle notes of violet and a hint of liquorice. On the palate, it feels robust and enveloping, with fine, well-integrated tannins that impart a silky texture. Its balanced acidity contributes to a pleasurable and enduring experience, where the fruity notes are echoed alongside a touch of minerality. This wine is perfect for those seeking sophistication and structure, standing out for its complexity and elegance in every sip.
2024

Château Branaire-Ducru 2024 emerges with a striking intensity in every sip. On the nose, it reveals a seductive array of ripe fruits, with black cherries and raspberries prevailing, subtly interwoven with a hint of delicate flowers and refreshing citrus. Upon tasting, it unfolds with a medium body, enveloping the palate with the freshness of berries and cherries that accompany through to a juicy and lingering finish. Delicate notes of stone and fine herbs add complexity to this wine. Recommended for its perfect harmony between concentration and freshness, Château Branaire-Ducru 2024 offers a captivating experience for those seeking authenticity and balance in every bottle.
2023

Château Branaire-Ducru 2023 is a subtly mature and full-bodied red wine. On the nose, it stands out for its aromas of black fruits such as blackberries and plums, accompanied by a hint of vanilla and spices due to its barrel aging. On the palate, it is concentrated and well-structured, with firm tannins and a long, pleasant finish. Perfect for those seeking a wine with character and depth.
2022

Château Branaire-Ducru 2022 is a concentrated red wine with deep aromas of ripe black fruit accompanied by well-integrated spicy notes. On the palate, it is dense, velvety, and elegant. A medium to full-bodied wine with a present acidity, silky tannins, and a long, persistent finish.
2025
96 Parker
97 Suckling
2024
92 Parker
94 Suckling
2023
93 Parker
95 Suckling
2022
97 Parker
97 Suckling
2021
93 Parker
94 Suckling

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You are buying en primeur wine, which means you are buying at a better price because you pay now and you will receive it from April 2028, once the winery has finished processing it.
  • We send it to Iceland with UPS Express to your home
  • The shipment for 3 bottles is €114.85 with UPS Express.
Taxes are not included in the prices, as you will need to pay the local taxes upon receipt of your order in Iceland.