Ducru-Beaucaillou 2018

Ducru-Beaucaillou is a leading second growth estate in the Saint Julien appellation of Bordeaux.   Its wines are elegant and some of the most sought after from the region.

Review

"Deep purple-black coloured, it has a powerful nose of baked black cherries, blackberry preserves and crème de cassis with nuances of menthol, pencil lead, cedar chest and Indian spices, plus fragrant wafts of violets and liquorice emerging after a few minutes. Medium to full-bodied, the palate bursts with impactful black fruits and exotic spices layers, supported by firm, ripe grainy tannins and bags of freshness, finishing on a lingering fragrant earth note." - 98pts, Wine Advocate