| Brand | Château Branaire-Ducru |
| Appellation | St-Julien, Bordeaux, France |
| Vintage | 1995, 1996, 1999 |
| Oak Treatment | French oak |
| Aging | 18 months / 12.5-13% abv |
| Total Varietal Composition % | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot |
Product details
Château Branaire-Ducru St-Julien Bordeaux Red Blends Verticals 1995, 1996 & 1999 presents a thoughtfully curated six-bottle vertical featuring three mature vintages from Château Branaire-Ducru, a distinguished Saint-Julien estate in Bordeaux. With two bottles each from 1995, 1996, and 1999, this collection offers an engaging opportunity to compare the character of different growing seasons while exploring the estate’s consistent sense of balance, freshness, and refinement. The three vintages also reflect contrasting seasonal conditions, from the ripe and structured character of 1995 to the fresh, elegant profile of 1996 and the measured, balanced expression of 1999, making this vertical particularly appealing to collectors interested in vintage comparison and mature Bordeaux.
The 1995 reveals a generous bouquet of blackberry and dark plum with touches of sage, followed by dusky red fruit, cedar, and a subtle saline character. The 1996 is notably elegant and fresh, with a dense structure, pronounced complexity, and spicy aromatic tones. The 1999 presents dark cherry alongside cedar and tobacco, supported by ripe tannins and a balanced medium-bodied structure. Together, these mature vintages pair naturally with roasted beef, lamb, duck, braised short ribs, wild mushroom dishes, or mature cheeses, complementing the savory depth and refined structure of the collection.
