{"product_id":"chateau-branaire-ducru-2021","title":"Chateau Branaire Ducru 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Branaire-Ducru 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red wine from the Saint-Julien appellation in Bordeaux, France. As a Fourth Growth classified estate, Château Branaire-Ducru is renowned for producing wines that exemplify the elegance and complexity characteristic of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eBlend Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66%\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eMerlot:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22%\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Franc:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003ePetit Verdot:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep garnet-purple hue.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of dark berries, plums, menthol, violets, and baking chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full-bodied, supple, and suave, with a velvety attack that transitions into a deep, fleshy palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 94 points\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 94-95 points\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinous (Neal Martin):\u003c\/strong\u003e 92 points\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decant for about an hour before serving to allow the wine to open up and reveal its full complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complements well with roasted meats, game dishes, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Branaire-Ducru 2021 is expected to develop further complexity with additional cellaring over the next 20-25 years, making it a noteworthy addition to any wine collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"300367 - Lanigan \u0026 Edwards Wine Merchants Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48347379073236,"sku":"785890","price":110.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/7645\/6404\/files\/145621-Chateau-Branaire-Ducru.jpg?v=1784767268","url":"https:\/\/borderlinebottles.ca\/products\/chateau-branaire-ducru-2021","provider":"Borderline Bottles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}