Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2015

• Grape Variety: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot
• Region: Saint-Julien, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Deuxième Cru Classé (Second Growth), Classification of 1855
• Vintage: 2015
• Alcohol: 13.5%

Colour & Aroma

Deep garnet with purple highlights. Complex aromas of cassis, blackberry, ripe plum, black cherry, violet, dried rose, cedar, cigar box, graphite, leather, cocoa, espresso and sweet spices.

Palate

Full-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant acidity and exceptional balance. Rich layers of black fruits, dark chocolate, cedar, tobacco and mineral notes lead to a long, refined and persistent finish.

Style

Powerful, elegant, structured and exceptionally age-worthy.

Food Pairing

Grilled Wagyu beef, Beef Wellington, Prime Rib, herb-crusted roast lamb, venison, roast duck, and aged Comté, Beaufort or Parmesan cheese.

Serving Recommendation

• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Decanting: 2–3 hours before serving