the younger vine cuvee

Made after very long ageing in different oak vats and barrels

Massive and decadent on the palate

Medium bodied with some dryness in the mouth

Although the Cerequio vineyard did not suffer hail in 2014 (it did in 2016)

Branaire Ducru Size:3x3L the younger vine cuveeThe 1996 Branaire Ducru is a delightful vintage and represents the pinnacle of that decade. It has an exquisite bouquet that is defined and focused, blackberry, pencil lead, tobacco and a touch of chimney soot after time. The palate is very pure with really fine tannin. There is a sense of panache and class about this 1996, detailed and utterly harmonious with hints of blue fruit towards the Margaux like finish. Classic Branaire Ducru. Tasted at the