Château Branaire (Duluc-Ducru)

St. Julien Red Bordeaux Blend

9.025 ratings
8.94 pro ratings
St. Julien, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Red Bordeaux Blend
Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, White Rice, Mushrooms, Pasta, Pork, Salami & Prosciutto, Pungent Cheese, Lamb, Tomato-Based, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Beef, Hard Cheese, Venison
Top Notes For
Douglas Braun

Currants ,mushroom, truffle,cigar box

Currants ,mushroom, truffle,cigar box

1 person found it helpfulMay 17th, 2019
Henrik Poulsen

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.

Jan 1st, 2017
Scorewine

Wine writer http://www.israelwines.co.il

9.1

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, 2016
Christophe Aebi

Lean and mean!

Lean and mean!

Feb 12th, 2016
Claire Kim

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.

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, 2015
Miguel Espinosa

Fantastic. Mossy and forest floor. Complex

Fantastic. Mossy and forest floor. Complex

May 28th, 2015
Christophe Aebi

At 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, 2014
Christophe Aebi

Swing, close your eyes, stop breathing,wait , inhale... Enjoy!

Swing, close your eyes, stop breathing,wait , inhale... Enjoy!

Jan 17th, 2014
Christophe Aebi

Very reliable, starting to be ideal to drink, bought another 6pack!

Very reliable, starting to be ideal to drink, bought another 6pack!

Oct 5th, 2013
Cooper Black

Kin

Aug 22nd, 2013