Chateau Branaire-Ducru 2009

Tasting Notes and Serving Suggestions for Château Branaire-Ducru 2009

Tasting

Color
Château Branaire-Ducru 2009 displays a beautiful, deep purple color that speaks to its concentration.

Nose
The bouquet reveals remarkable aromatic complexity dominated by dark fruits, accompanied by characteristic floral notes and pencil shavings. The whole is further enriched by spice nuances that add an extra dimension, while aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry, violet, rose, truffle, earth, coffee, leather, tobacco, mocha and vanilla unfold.

Palate
The attack is smooth and fresh, revealing a powerful, rich and opulent wine. The well-balanced tannic structure lends a beautiful overall harmony, less austere than the 2005 vintage. The finish offers impressive length on the palate, underscoring the quality of this vintage.

Serving and Cellaring
It is recommended to serve Château Branaire-Ducru 2009 at a temperature between 17 and 18°C. This wine can be enjoyed until approximately 2035.

Additional Information
This vintage has an alcohol content of 14.0% and was recognized by the Guide Hachette des Vins 2013 with the mention "very successful wine".

A complex and powerful Saint-Julien from the Bordeaux appellation

The Estate
Created in 1680 by Jean-Baptiste Braneyre on a gravel terroir in Saint-Julien, Château Branaire-Ducru has established itself as a benchmark of the Bordeaux appellation. This fourth grand cru classé of 1855 now belongs to François-Xavier Maroteaux, who carries on the family legacy initiated by his father Patrick. The estate is distinguished by its neo-classical château dating from 1824 and its remarkable technical innovation: the first 100% gravity-fed vat room in the Médoc, with 65 suspended vats combining centuries-old tradition and modernity.

The Vineyard
The vineyard of Château Branaire-Ducru thrives on the characteristic gravel terroirs of Saint-Julien, benefiting from an exceptional environment that allows for the optimal expression of traditional Bordeaux grape varieties.

The Vintage
The 2009 vintage in Bordeaux is recognized as exceptional, marked by ideal climatic conditions that enabled the perfect ripening of the grapes. This year produced wines of great concentration and remarkable aging potential.

Vinification and Aging
Château Branaire-Ducru 2009 benefited from barrel aging, which contributed to developing its aromatic complexity and well-balanced tannic structure. Production reached 160,000 bottles for this vintage.

Grape Varieties
The blend of Château Branaire-Ducru 2009 is composed of Cabernet Sauvignon (65%), Merlot (28%), Petit Verdot (4%) and Cabernet Franc (3%).