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The Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1979, from Saint-Julien, expresses the gravelly soils of the Médoc. Notes of cedar, candied red fruits and tobacco, with a hint of mint. A tender, fresh and mineral palate. Perfect with duck or for extended cellaring.
A legendary estate rooted in the terroir of Saint-Julien, where family dedication has shaped wines of timeless elegance for nearly three centuries.
- Terroir : Deep gravel and rounded pebbles of the Saint-Julien appellation, conferring a chalky minerality and a precise structure to the wines.
- Vinification : A meticulous blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, patiently aged to reveal a harmony between power and silkiness.
Tasting notes for Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1979
To the eye – A garnet red robe with tawny highlights, of velvety density, betraying the decades of bottle maturation.
On the nose – First aromas of candied blackcurrant and wild blackberry, followed by notes of smoky cedar, blond tobacco, and a saline touch reminiscent of estuary breezes.
On the palate – A silky texture, carried by a lively acidity and a chalky minerality, with a long finish where gentle spices and earthy red fruits intertwine.
Serve at 16–18°C in a Bordeaux glass to release its full complexity.
1979 Vintage
A classic Bordeaux vintage, marked by balanced maturity and a structure conducive to long ageing.
- Ageing potential : To drink now or to cellar for another 5 to 10 years in a cool, humid cellar, away from vibrations.
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