Tasting Notes
Dark ruby, purple reflections, subtle brightening on the rim. Tobacco scented nose with noble wood, black forest berries, nuances of liquorice, hints of dark cherry and sweet spices in the background. Complex palate with fine cassis, blackberry jam, juicy, silky tannins, freshly structured, pronounced fruit with a mineral and spicy-peppery finish. Harmonious with great length and excellent ageing potential. (Drinking window: 2025-2065) .
More about the tasting »Bordeaux 2018 Arrivage - Grands Crus Classés Médoc«Deep dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, delicate bright rim. Fine black berry fruit, ripe cherries, some nougat, candied orange zest, delicate herbal savouriness. Complex, taut, fruit extract, huge, ripe tannins, great freshness, mineral, chocolatey touch on the finish, lasts for minutes, impresses with power by freshness and precision, a new dimension for Ducru-Beaucaillou.
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