Madame de Beaucaillou 2023

Characteristics and tasting tips for Madame de Beaucaillou 2023

Tasting

Nose
Delicate, the nose exudes fruity notes (red and black fruits, plums, cherries) and floral (spring flowers).

Palate
Ample, the palate seduces with its concentration and persistence to a lively and fruity finish.

A fresh and generous Haut-Médoc wine

The estate

Icon of the left bank, the Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is undoubtedly one of the greatest names in the Bordeaux region. The 2nd Cru Classé in the Official Classification of 1855 embodies the perfect model of a great Saint-Julien. Entered into the Borie family in 1941, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou takes its name from its extraordinary terroir. Led with brilliance and determination by the talented Bruno Borie, Ducru-Beaucaillou belongs to the elite of the great wines of Saint-Julien.

The vineyard

Deposited along the river, the gravels dating from the Günz ice age have forged the identity of the terroir of the Château Ducru-Beaucaillou vineyard. Located near the Gironde estuary, the vines giving birth to this Haut-Médoc wine benefit from an exceptional microclimate and the thermal regulating role of the river.

The vintage

If the winter mildness favours an early bud break at the end of March, the month of May is marked by a homogeneous flowering and fruit set, thanks to the combination of warm and dry conditions. Early and rapid, the flowering started on May 22nd suggests a significant yield potential. The almost tropical humidity during the summer reinforces a mildew pressure mastered by the know-how of the teams. From mid-August, the high temperatures and low rainfall ensure optimal ripening of the berries while preserving a beautiful freshness.

Vinification and ageing

Ageing for 12 months.

Blend

Merlot (59%)
Cabernet Sauvignon (37%)
Petit Verdot (4%).