Chateau Branaire-Ducru Saint-Julien Rouge 2016
"The core of this red is loaded with pure plum, blueberry and black currant fruit flavors. The polished structure is integrated, with alluring ganache, anise and sweet tobacco notes throughout, all in a polished and balanced frame. A very classy red that isn't shy about its power but pushes its purity to the fore. Best from 2024 through 2039." 96 Points, Wine Spectator #16, Top 100 Wines of 2019
Wine Spectator: 96 Points
#16, Top 100 Wines of 2019
Wine Enthusiast: 96 Points
Superbly ripe and juicy, this is a solid, powerful wine that also is packed with black currant fruits. It is richly structured, concentrated and ready for long-term aging.
James Suckling: 95 Points
The best vintage of this wine since 2009! Effusive, fresh redcurrant and cassis aromas give this St.-Julien terrific drive and energy, the elegant, dry tannins beautifully married to the medium body, right through the long, agile finish. Drink or hold.
