Red | 2000 | Bordeaux | Left Bank - Vivino 4.3

Intro: Château Branaire is a winery in the Saint-Julien appellation of the Bordeaux region of France. Château Branaire is also the name of the main red wine produced by this property and which was classified as one of the ten 'Fourth Growths' in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855.

Region: Bordeaux | Saint Julien (Left Bank)

Winery: Château Branaire-Ducru

Grapes: Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Aging: French Oak Barrels

Tasting Notes: Wine Enthusiast 95 Points: “Here is a huge ripe and luxurious wine, with great power. The texture is solid, filled with firm tannins, the flavors are black and ripe. Along with the power, though, is much of the elegance and poise that characterizes great Saint-Julien.”

(RV) Jun 2003 Robert Parker for Wine Advocate 94 Points: “A beautiful wine from Branaire, the 2000 is close to full maturity, and should offer plenty of pleasure over the next 15-20 years. Its deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by scents of boysenberries, black currants, and spring flowers. This medium to full-bodied, pure St.-Julien hits the palate with authority, displaying silky tannins as well as wonderful richness, depth, and texture.” 

Rating: WE 95, RP 94, WS 92, ST 92, 4.3 v

ABV: 13.5%  Decant: 2hrs  Serving temp: 16-18 °C  Pairing: Beef, Lamb, Game (deer Venison) , Poutry