Château Branaire (Duluc-Ducru)
St. Julien Red Bordeaux Blend


Currants ,mushroom, truffle,cigar box
Currants ,mushroom, truffle,cigar box
1 person found it helpfulMay 17th, 2019
This was throwing surprisingly much sediments.
I'm a BIG fan of 2001 Bordeaux but was hoping for a bit more from this producer.
I know the general consensus is that unfiltered wines per definition are better but I personally think this could've benefitted from a (slight) filtration.
A super solid wine that is easy on the wallet and still very recommendable.
This was throwing surprisingly much sediments.
I'm a BIG fan of 2001 Bordeaux but was hoping for a bit more from this producer.
I know the general consensus is that unfiltered wines per definition are better but I personally think this could've benefitted from a (slight) filtration.
A super solid wine that is easy on the wallet and still very recommendable.

Well done, matured beautifully and still needs time. Deep dark red, nose full of coffee, tobacco, cherries, cassis, dirt and cigar box, full body, rich, ripe, firm rich fruity tannins, good acidity, long chewy finish and a lasting smoky note. My score 91, drink to 2023
Well done, matured beautifully and still needs time. Deep dark red, nose full of coffee, tobacco, cherries, cassis, dirt and cigar box, full body, rich, ripe, firm rich fruity tannins, good acidity, long chewy finish and a lasting smoky note. My score 91, drink to 2023
Dec 30th, 2016Took a little time opening up. Earthy, herbal nose over red fruits. Tobacco and a tiny bit of leather. Bright acidity. Tannins almost resolved; on its way out but still enjoyable.
Took a little time opening up. Earthy, herbal nose over red fruits. Tobacco and a tiny bit of leather. Bright acidity. Tannins almost resolved; on its way out but still enjoyable.
Sep 6th, 2015Fantastic. Mossy and forest floor. Complex
Fantastic. Mossy and forest floor. Complex
May 28th, 2015At the end of its cycle judging from the colour, but still very fine.
At the end of its cycle judging from the colour, but still very fine.
Jul 11th, 2014Swing, close your eyes, stop breathing,wait , inhale... Enjoy!
Swing, close your eyes, stop breathing,wait , inhale... Enjoy!
Jan 17th, 2014