Tasting Notes
Robert Parker 93
Deep garnet colored, the 2011 Ducru-Beaucaillou features fragrant notes of underbrush, tilled soil, tree bark and fungi over a core of red currant jelly, preserved plums, cassis and mulberries. Medium-bodied, elegant, refreshing and with a sturdy, grainy texture, it offers just enough black fruit and earthy layers in the mouth and a savory finish. [31/07/2020]
Anticipated maturity: 2020-2038
Vinous 91
Inky ruby. Laid-back aromas of dark berries, black cherry and herbs, with a subtle note of violet. Clean and bright in the mouth, with taut blackcurrant and dark cherry flavors picking up sweetness with air. The flinty black cherry note repeats on the finish, which features a subtle floral pastille quality and very good persistence. I like this wine’s understated character, but I wish it had a little more flesh and sweetness for an even higher score. [Ian D’Agata, 07/01/2014]
Producer Profile
Area under vines: 75 hectares
Soils: gravel and sand
Average age of the vines: 35 years
Planting density: 10 000 vines/ha
Ageing:in 50-80% new oak barrels
Grape varieties:
Cabernet Sauvignon 70%
Merlot 30%
Second wine: Croix de Beaucaillou
Planting density: 8000 vines/ha
Grape varieties:
Cabernet Sauvignon 70%
Merlot 30%
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